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User’s Guide SYSTRAN 5.0 176
Using Subordinate Clauses
Subordinate clauses are often introduced by a conjunction, such as when, then,
because, after, although. By placing a comma at the start or at the end of the
subordinate clause, you can help MT establish correct clause boundaries.
Example
Instead of: When the download is completed press a key to Reset the engine.
MT Output: Quand le téléchargement est presse réalisée par touche pour remettre à zéro le
périphérique.
Use: When the download is completed, press a key to Reset the engine.
MT Output: Quand le téléchargement est terminé, appuyez sur une touche pour remettre à zéro
le périphérique.
Rule: Place a period or a semicolon to separate independent clauses.
Using Relative Clauses
Non-restrictive relative clauses are separated from the preceding main clause by a
comma. These clauses are often introduced by words like "(one of) which", "where",
and "when". The term "non-restrictive" means the relative clause does not limit the
sense of the words in the principal clause.
Example
Instead of: Any external clock source that is connected to the "External Clock" input port. One
of which is available on each node in the network.
Use: Any external clock source that is connected to the "External Clock" input port, one
of which is available on each node in the network.
Or: Any external clock source that is connected to the "External Clock" input port. One
of the "External Clock" input ports is available on each node in the network.
Rule: Connect a non-restrictive relative clause to its main clause, separated by
comma.
Optional: start a new sentence and repeat the subject of the clause. Compare this
rule with restrictive relative clauses that are not set off by commas:
“The candidate who best meets these requirements will obtain the position”.
Unlike the sentence above, this sentence cannot be split into two independent
statements.
Embedded relative clauses are set off by a comma. Be sure to keep the subordinate
clause close to the main clause it modifies.