14th May 2015

REASONS, PUPRPOSES, CONTRASTS CONDITIONALS, ADDITIONS

REASONS
As it was getting late, I decided I should go home.
We must be near the beach, because I can hear the waves.
Since he was going to be away on his birthday, we celebrated before he left.
iba a estar lejos

We must begin planning now, for the future may bring unexpected changes.
The film is unusual in that it features only four actors. ya que cuenta con
en cuanto que
He was a very unusual musician inasmuch as he was totally deaf. sordo
Take a book (just) in case you have to wait for him.
debido

We were delayed because of an accident.

She was unable to run owing to a leg injury.
The companys success is due to the new director.
The teacher was particularly pleased with him on account of his ability to converse in Spanish.
She was looking all the better for her stay in hospital.
With so many people ill, the meeting was cancelled.
Seeing that you are here, you may help.

Considerando que

PURPOSES
para

He took the course in order to get a better job.

Trees are being planted by the roadside so as to reduce traffic noise.
interesados

de forma que
para que

en este tema

All those concerned must work together in order that agreement can be reached on this issue.
I hid the presents so that She wouldnt find them.
de modo que
de tal manera que

The model was designed such that the value of x could be calculated.
Our business is managed in such away as to minimise its environmental impact.
ambiental

CONTRASTS
Aunque

Although Reid failed to score himself, he helped Jones to score two goals.
I eat most dairy products. Im not keen on yogurt, though.
A pesar de

Despite the pain in his leg he completed the marathon.

We enjoyed our camping holiday in spite of the rain.
Aunque

Even though He doesnt speak Spanish, I think he should still visit Madrid.
Even if He doesnt speak Spanish, I think he should still visit Madrid.
An si

The diesel model of the car, while/ whilst more expensive, is better value for money.
He gets lots of homework from school, while/ whereas she gets very little.
mientras que

However she held the mirror, she couldnt see the back or her neck.

CONDITIONALS
If you leave now, you ll be able to catch the 5 oclock train.
If the technology were to become available, we would be able to expand the business.
a menos que

You cant travel on this train unless you have a reservation.

Whether the minister will quit over the issue remains to be seen.
ADITTIONS
Above all
After all
Also
adems
Besides
adems
Furthermore
In addition
In addition to
igualmente, asimismo
Likewise
Moreover adems
Then
As well
Too
Similarly