Question

Can we use the main clause before the subordinate clause?​

Answer 1

Ответ:

Of course we can

Объяснение:

I'd say in that case we use it more often

Example:

She went straight home after school (!)because she needed an early tea(!).

(!) - beginning and the end of subordinate clause

Answer 2

Yes, it is possible to use the main clause before the subordinate clause in a sentence. This is known as a "fronted" or "frontal" structure, where the main clause precedes the subordinate or dependent clause for stylistic or emphasis purposes.

For example:

1. Main clause before subordinate clause:
   • "I decided to go for a walk because the weather was beautiful."

In this example, the main clause "I decided to go for a walk" comes before the subordinate clause "because the weather was beautiful."

However, it's important to note that the typical word order in English is to have the main clause followed by the subordinate clause for clarity and ease of understanding. Rearranging the order can sometimes make the sentence less clear or awkward, so it should be done judiciously and with consideration for the intended meaning and impact on the sentence's readability.