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[irmamar]

May I repeat the subject in subordinated clauses? For instance:

He remembers when we visited the United States and he says that he's thinking of going back.

Thanks.

[Perikles]

Originally Posted by irmamar

May I repeat the subject in subordinated clauses? For instance:

He remembers when we visited the United States and he says that he's thinking of going back.

Thanks.

Yes indeed, and it helps to avoid ambiguity.

[irmamar]

Thanks.

[laepelba]

Originally Posted by irmamar

May I repeat the subject in subordinated clauses? For instance:

He remembers when we visited the United States and he says that he's thinking of going back.

Thanks.

There aren't many times that we don't use a subject in English. I would say that the 2nd of the three "he"'s is optional, but the first and third are mandatory:

He remembers when we visited the United States and (he) says that he's thinking of going back.

[irmamar]

But I guess there's nothing wrong if I repeat it, is there?

[hermit]

That's fine - it's just a correct way to avoid repetition.

[irmamar]

Thank you all.