B1
Syntax

Finalsätze mit damit und um...zu

Purpose clauses with damit and um...zu

Examples

Ich erkläre es nochmal, damit alle verstehen.
Er arbeitet viel, um Geld zu verdienen.
Sprich lauter, damit ich dich höre.

damit / um...zu

Zwecksätze mit damit und um...zu

CEFR B1 (B1.4) — Syntax

Common Mistakes

Putting the verb in the wrong position — remember V2 rule in main clauses.
Forgetting to move the verb to the end in subordinate clauses (weil, dass, wenn...).

Tips

Read German sentences aloud, paying attention to word order.
When writing, check verb position: second position in main clauses, final position in subordinate clauses.
Practice this topic in context through conversations and writing exercises at the B1 level.

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