What is Adverb Clause in English grammar?



An adverb clause is a subordinate clause that functions as an adverb. It modifies a verb, an adjective, or adverb. The adverb itself is a word which qualifies a verb or adjective or a pronoun.

Example

When the last guest left the party, we started dancing.

If I make a promise, I won't break it.

Here, when the last guest left the party and if I make a promise are adverb clauses.

Type Question answered Example
Place Where? Wherever there are calculators, there is Casio.
Time When? After the fruit is ripe, it is sold at the market.
Cause Why? (What caused this?) I didn't call her because I'm busy.
Purpose Why? (What was the reason for doing this?) She took a painting course so that she could get some money.
Concession Why is this unexpected? Although Jary has a Master's degree, he works as a peon.
Condition Under what conditions? If you save your money, you will be able to go to Goa and Thailand.
Updated on: 2019-07-30T22:30:24+05:30

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