Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypotaxis
Noun
/ˌhaɪ.pəˈtæks.ɪs/
Definition
Hypotaxis is a grammatical term that refers to the arrangement of phrases or clauses in a dependent relationship.
Examples
- In the sentence ‘Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk,’ the clause ‘Although it was raining’ is a hypotactic structure.
- Writers often use hypotaxis to create complex sentences that convey detailed thoughts.
Meaning
It specifically describes how subordinate clauses or phrases relate to a main clause, adding additional meaning or information.
Synonyms
- Subordination
- Dependent clause structure
