SEMANTIC PECULIARITIES OF SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Subordinating conjunctions are essential linguistic tools that establish relationships between clauses in a sentence. While they primarily serve as structural markers, their semantic functions significantly influence meaning and interpretation. This paper explores the semantic peculiarities of subordinating conjunctions in the English language, examining how their meanings vary in context and how they interact with syntax and discourse. It also highlights challenges in their usage and implications for language learners.