Subordination

Definition

Subordination refers to the grammatical structure in which one idea is dependent on another and takes a lower position in the sentence. It creates a hierarchy between ideas, with one being more important than the other.

Related terms

Coordination: Coordination is the opposite of subordination, where two or more equal ideas are joined together using coordinating conjunctions.

Dependent Clause: A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence because it relies on an independent clause for meaning.

Sentence Structure: Sentence structure refers to how words and phrases are arranged within a sentence. Subordination affects the overall structure by establishing relationships between different parts.