Grammar B2-C1
1. "As" as a Conjunction (Connecting Two Clauses)
1.1. To Show Cause or Reason
Function: Explains why something happens.
Meaning: Similar to "because" or "since."
Structure:
As + subject + verb, main clause.
OR
Main clause as + subject + verb.
Examples:
As it was raining, we stayed indoors.
I didn’t call you, as I assumed you were busy.
Note: Use "as" in formal writing for cause/reason, while "because" is more common in spoken English.
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1.2. To Show Simultaneous Actions
Function: Indicates two actions happening at the same time.
Meaning: Similar to "while" or "when."
Structure:
As + subject + verb, main clause.
OR
Main clause as + subject + verb.
Examples:
I looked at her as she smiled at me.
As the sun was setting, the sky turned orange.
Note: This usage is common for descriptive writing.
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1.3. To Mean "In the Same Way That"
Function: Indicates that one action is similar to another.
Meaning: Similar to "just like" or "the way."
Structure:
As + subject + verb, main clause.
OR
Main clause as + subject + verb.
Examples:
Do as I say, not as I do.
Nobody understands her as I do.
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1.4. To Indicate a Role or Function
Function: Explains the role or purpose of a person or thing.
Meaning: Similar to "in the role of."
Structure:
Main clause + as + noun.
Examples:
She works as a doctor.
This software is used as a learning tool.
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2. "As" as an Adverb
2.1. To Compare Equality ("as...as")
Function: Shows that two things are equal in some way.
Structure:
as + adjective/adverb + as
Examples:
He is as tall as his brother.
She runs as fast as a professional athlete.
Negative Comparisons:
This hotel is not as expensive as the other one.
He doesn’t play the guitar as well as she does.
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3. "As" as a Preposition
3.1. To Indicate a Role or Identity
Function: Describes the function or identity of a person or thing.
Structure:
Main clause + as + noun.
Examples:
He served as the team captain for three years.
Use this box as a chair if you don’t have one.
3.2. To Indicate "Like" or "Similar To"
Function: Describes similarity to another thing.
Examples:
He acted as a mentor, guiding the team to success.
Treat others as you would like to be treated.
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4. Common Phrases with "As"
4.1. Fixed Expressions:
As far as I know – "To my knowledge."
Example: As far as I know, she’s still in New York.
As soon as – "Immediately after."
Example: Call me as soon as you arrive.
As well as – "In addition to."
Example: He speaks French as well as Spanish.
As if / As though – "Appearing in a way that suggests."
Example: She talks as if she knows everything.
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5. Tips to Master "As"
Use it flexibly: "As" is versatile and works as a conjunction, adverb, or preposition.
Practice contextual use: Focus on whether it’s being used for cause, comparison, or role.
Learn synonyms: Replace "as" with "because," "since," "like," or "while" to test understanding.
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1. "As" as a Conjunction (Connecting Two Clauses)
1.1. To Show Cause or Reason
Function: Explains why something happens.
Meaning: Similar to "because" or "since."
Structure:
As + subject + verb, main clause.
OR
Main clause as + subject + verb.
Examples:
As it was raining, we stayed indoors.
I didn’t call you, as I assumed you were busy.
Note: Use "as" in formal writing for cause/reason, while "because" is more common in spoken English.
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1.2. To Show Simultaneous Actions
Function: Indicates two actions happening at the same time.
Meaning: Similar to "while" or "when."
Structure:
As + subject + verb, main clause.
OR
Main clause as + subject + verb.
Examples:
I looked at her as she smiled at me.
As the sun was setting, the sky turned orange.
Note: This usage is common for descriptive writing.
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1.3. To Mean "In the Same Way That"
Function: Indicates that one action is similar to another.
Meaning: Similar to "just like" or "the way."
Structure:
As + subject + verb, main clause.
OR
Main clause as + subject + verb.
Examples:
Do as I say, not as I do.
Nobody understands her as I do.
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1.4. To Indicate a Role or Function
Function: Explains the role or purpose of a person or thing.
Meaning: Similar to "in the role of."
Structure:
Main clause + as + noun.
Examples:
She works as a doctor.
This software is used as a learning tool.
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2. "As" as an Adverb
2.1. To Compare Equality ("as...as")
Function: Shows that two things are equal in some way.
Structure:
as + adjective/adverb + as
Examples:
He is as tall as his brother.
She runs as fast as a professional athlete.
Negative Comparisons:
This hotel is not as expensive as the other one.
He doesn’t play the guitar as well as she does.
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3. "As" as a Preposition
3.1. To Indicate a Role or Identity
Function: Describes the function or identity of a person or thing.
Structure:
Main clause + as + noun.
Examples:
He served as the team captain for three years.
Use this box as a chair if you don’t have one.
3.2. To Indicate "Like" or "Similar To"
Function: Describes similarity to another thing.
Examples:
He acted as a mentor, guiding the team to success.
Treat others as you would like to be treated.
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4. Common Phrases with "As"
4.1. Fixed Expressions:
As far as I know – "To my knowledge."
Example: As far as I know, she’s still in New York.
As soon as – "Immediately after."
Example: Call me as soon as you arrive.
As well as – "In addition to."
Example: He speaks French as well as Spanish.
As if / As though – "Appearing in a way that suggests."
Example: She talks as if she knows everything.
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5. Tips to Master "As"
Use it flexibly: "As" is versatile and works as a conjunction, adverb, or preposition.
Practice contextual use: Focus on whether it’s being used for cause, comparison, or role.
Learn synonyms: Replace "as" with "because," "since," "like," or "while" to test understanding.
✈️ @Iskandars_blog1