sobald
as soon as
Introduces a subordinate clause and indicates that something happens immediately or shortly after a particular event occurs.
EXAMPLE
Sobald ich zu Hause bin, rufe ich dich an.
As soon as I'm home, I'll call you.
sobald
as soon as
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Subordinate clause word order
'Sobald' (as soon as) introduces a subordinate clause. In this clause, the conjugated verb goes at the end.
EXAMPLE
Sobald der Bus ankommt, steigen wir ein.
As soon as the bus arrives, we'll get on.
Starting a sentence
If the subordinate clause introduced by 'sobald' (as soon as) comes at the beginning of the sentence, the conjugated verb comes first in the main clause, followed by the subject. A comma separates the subordinate clause from the main clause.
EXAMPLE
Sobald die Prüfung vorbei ist, fahre ich nach Hause.
As soon as the exam is over, I'll go home.
Future events
You can use 'sobald' (as soon as) to talk about the future; the subordinate clause often uses the present tense. The future meaning is clear from the context or the main clause.
EXAMPLE
Sobald ich mehr Zeit habe, werde ich dich besuchen.
As soon as I have more time, I'll visit you.
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