sindiotàctica

Sindiotàctica refers to a grammatical construction in which a subordinate clause is introduced by a conjunction that normally serves to introduce a coordinate clause. This often occurs with the conjunction "que" (that) in Spanish, where it can introduce either a subordinate or a coordinate clause depending on the context. The term is derived from the Greek words "syn" (together) and "diá" (through) and "tasso" (to arrange or order). In essence, sindiotàctica involves a perceived joining of clauses where a more explicit subordination might be expected.

This phenomenon can be observed in various languages, though the specific conjunctions and their usage differ. It is often associated with a more informal or spoken style of language, where the boundaries between coordinate and subordinate structures can become blurred. Linguists analyze sindiotàctica to understand the dynamic nature of grammatical structures and how they evolve in natural language use. It can sometimes lead to ambiguity, but context usually clarifies the intended meaning. The contrast to sindiotàctica is anisindeton, where conjunctions are omitted between clauses.