phoenixcollege<learningcenter<owl<punctuation;commas<rule7
phoenixcollege<learningcenter<owl<punctuation;commas<rule7
 COMMAS |
| Rule #7 Commas and a Dependent Clause |
Rule:Use a comma after the dependent clause when it comes before an independent clause.
A dependent clause has a subject and verb, but it does not form a complete sentence. These clauses usually tell when, where how, why and under what conditions. They begin with words such as after, because, if, and since. These words are called subordinate conjunctions.
The comma tells when the dependent clause ends and the main clause begins.
Example: Because you write well, you receive good grades.
Because you write well is the dependent clause.
You receive good grades is the independent clause.
*Writing Tip: When the dependent clause comes after the main clause, do not write a comma.
Example: You receive good grades because you write well.
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