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Modalsatz Glossary of terms

A Modalsatz is a clause that indicates how or in what way a main action is performed.

Additional Information

  • Translations: modal clause, clause of manner
  • Related concepts: Modalverb, Modalpartikel, Modaladverb, Modalsatzkonjunktion

Detailed Explanation

Modalsätze are constructed using modal adverbs or specific subordinating conjunctions. These clauses can express manner, instrument, comparison, or restriction. They are integrated into the main sentence to provide additional information about how the action is carried out.

Their use enriches discourse and allows the speaker to express important nuances and details.

Usage examples of "Modalsatz"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er spricht, als ob er alles wüsste.Uses 'als ob' (as if) to express a hypothetical comparison.
  2. Sie arbeitet, indem sie sich voll konzentriert.Uses 'indem' (by) to describe the mode of performing the main action.
  3. Wir gehen spazieren, ohne dass es regnet.Employs 'ohne dass' (without it ...ing) to indicate a circumstance that is not happening.
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