Explanation
Hypotaxis makes grammatical dependencies visible. Subordinate clauses can arrange reasons, conditions, concessions, or perspectives into a hierarchical order.
Example
Although the wind died down, she stayed because she was waiting for a sign.
Counterexample
The wind died down. She stayed. She waited for a sign.
Distinction
Parataxis: coordination of equal rank.
Effect on thought and perception
Organizes thoughts according to cause, condition, concession, and embedding.
Resonance
One sentence supports another and makes its dependence audible.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Hypotaxis“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-091-042. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-091-042The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.