Glossary of Linguistic Terms

Adverbializer

Definition: 

An adverbializer is a subordinating conjunction that:

  • links a subordinate clause to a main clause
  • indicates that the subordinate clause has an "adverbial" or interpropositional relation to the main clause, indicating:
    • purpose
    • condition
    • time
    • location

 

Discussion: 

In some languages, an adverbializer:

  • may also serve as an adposition
  • may be optionally or obligatorily paired with a conjunction marking the main clause
Examples: 

(English)

  • when
  • after
  • if… [then]
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