Conjunctions in Spanish are words or groups of words that join words, phrases or sentences together. They are essential for fluidity and coherence in any language, and Spanish is no exception. In this chapter, we're going to focus on a specific type of conjunction in Spanish: consecutive conjunctions.
Consecutive conjunctions are used to express a consequence or result of an action or situation. They are very useful for expressing cause and effect relationships, which can add an extra layer of complexity and sophistication to your Spanish.
Some of the most common consecutive conjunctions in Spanish are: "por lo tanto" (therefore), "así que" (so), "de manera que" (so that), "so that" (so that ), "por consiguiente" (consequently), "en consecuencia" (consequently), "por eso" (because of this), among others.
For example, you can use "por lo tanto" to express a logical conclusion or consequence of a situation. For example: "Está lloviendo, por lo tanto, no podes ir al parque" (It's raining, so we can't go to the park).
"Así que" is another common consecutive conjunction. It can be used similarly to "por lo tanto". For example: "No tengo dinero, así que no puedo comprar ese dress" (I don't have any money, so I can't buy that dress).
"So that" and "so that" are consecutive conjunctions that also express a consequence. For example: "Estudié mucho, de manera que aprobé el Examen" (I studied a lot, so I passed the exam).
"Por consiguiente" and "en consecuencia" are more formal consecutive conjunctions that are used to express a strong or important consequence. For example: "El calentamiento global is increasing, therefore, we must take measures to protect our planet" (Global warming is increasing, therefore, we must take measures to protect our planet).
"Por eso" is a very common consecutive conjunction that is used to express the reason or cause of something. For example: "No me gusta el frío, por eso me mudo a un lugar más cálido" (I don't like the cold, so I'm moving to a warmer place).
It is important to note that consecutive conjunctions in Spanish can be used either at the beginning or in the middle of a sentence. Also, when used at the beginning of a sentence, they are usually followed by a comma. For example: "Por eso, decidí estudiar español" (That's why I decided to study Spanish).
In summary, consecutive conjunctions in Spanish are powerful linguistic tools that you can use to express cause and effect relationships and add complexity to your Spanish. Practice using them in your conversations and writing in Spanish to improve your Spanish communication skills.
