Use kad for time clauses, not for conditions or questions about place.
Use kad for time clauses, not for conditions or questions about place.
The conjunction kad is often confused with ja for conditions, leading to wrong meaning.
What does kad mean?
kad means “when”. It introduces a clause that specifies the time of an event.
How is kad used in a sentence?
It links a main clause with a time clause, e.g., “Es atnācu mājās kad bija vakars.”
Can kad be used for conditions?
No. For conditional meaning use ja, not kad.
Is a comma required before kad?
A comma usually separates the main clause from the kad clause, especially in longer sentences.
What is the opposite of kad?
There is no direct opposite; kad marks a point in time rather than a contrasting concept.
Does kad change form?
kad is a fixed conjunction and does not inflect.
Can kad be combined with other conjunctions?
Yes, it can appear together with words like tad or pēc to form complex time expressions.