Définitions et Concepts
Time Clause = Mot temps + Sujet + Verbe
Ex: When I arrive → "when I arrive" = time clause
Définition: Phrases subordonnées indiquant temps/condition
Fonction: Indiquer moment ou condition
Structure: Mot connecteur + Clause
Exemple de base :
I'll call you when I arrive.
You'll pass if you study hard.
Don't leave until I finish.
You'll pass if you study hard.
Don't leave until I finish.
Règles et Formules
Time Clauses: when, while, before, after, until, since
Condition Clauses: if, unless, provided (that)
Règle Temps: Présent dans la subordonnée
Règle Futur: Futur dans la principale seulement
Inversion: Peut être inversée sans changer sens
Cas Spéciaux
As soon as: Immédiatement après
Unless: = if...not
Even if: Même si (contraste)
Exemples et Méthodes
Time Clauses :
When I wake up, I drink coffee.
While I was studying, the phone rang.
Before leaving home, lock the door.
While I was studying, the phone rang.
Before leaving home, lock the door.
Condition Clauses :
If it rains, we'll stay inside.
You can go out unless it's too late.
Provided that you're careful, you can drive.
You can go out unless it's too late.
Provided that you're careful, you can drive.
Inversions Possibles :
As soon as the bell rings, we'll start.
vs. We'll start as soon as the bell rings.
If you need help, ask me.
vs. Ask me if you need help.
vs. We'll start as soon as the bell rings.
If you need help, ask me.
vs. Ask me if you need help.
Astuces & Méthodes
Méthode: Identifier le type de clause
Astuce: Temps présent dans subordonnée
Mémorisation: IF = condition, WHEN = temps
Pratique: Transformer phrases simples en complexes
Erreur commune: Futur dans la subordonnée
