Explanation
Parataxis arranges units without syntactic subordination. The connection is often established through order, intonation, connectors, and common knowledge.
Example
The wind dies down. The door opens. No one speaks.
Counterexample
Because the wind dies down, the door opens. – Here, one clause is subordinated.
Distinction
Hypotaxis: hierarchical subordination of sentence structures.
Effect on thought and perception
Places events side by side and leaves part of their relationship to the reader’s interpretation.
Resonance
Individual sentences stand as equal impulses in a shared rhythm.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Parataxis“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-091-041. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-091-041The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.