Definition
sobald — as soon as
Usage
Subordinating conjunction — verb goes to end of clause.
Examples
- Sobald ich fertig bin, rufe ich dich an. — As soon as I’m done, I’ll call you.
- Ruf mich an, sobald du ankommst. — Call me as soon as you arrive.
- Sobald das Wetter besser wird, gehen wir raus. — As soon as the weather improves, we’ll go out.
Notes
sobald = as soon as. Subordinating conjunction — verb to end! Often paired with future tense or present tense. sobald wie möglich = as soon as possible. Synonym: sowie (more formal).