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Conjunctions

Conjunctions

Conjunctions are words that connect or join words, phrases, clauses, or sentences in a grammatical structure. They establish relationships and connections between different elements in a sentence, contributing to the overall coherence and flow of written or spoken language.

There are three main types of conjunctions:

  • Coordinating Conjunctions: These conjunctions connect elements of equal grammatical rank, such as two independent clauses, two nouns, or two adjectives. The most common coordinating conjunctions are โ€œand,โ€ โ€œbut,โ€ โ€œor,โ€ โ€œnor,โ€ โ€œfor,โ€ โ€œso,โ€ and โ€œyet.โ€
    Example: She likes coffee and he prefers tea.
  • Subordinating Conjunctions: These conjunctions introduce subordinate (dependent) clauses and establish a relationship of dependence between the subordinate clause and the leading (independent) clause. Subordinating conjunctions include words like โ€œbecause,โ€ โ€œalthough,โ€ โ€œsince,โ€ โ€œif,โ€ โ€œwhen,โ€ and โ€œwhile.โ€
    Example: Although it was raining, they went for a walk.
  • Correlative Conjunctions: These conjunctions come in pairs and work together to connect elements of equal grammatical rank. Common correlative conjunctions include โ€œeitherโ€ฆor,โ€ โ€œneitherโ€ฆnor,โ€ โ€œbothโ€ฆand,โ€ โ€œnot onlyโ€ฆbut also,โ€ and โ€œwhetherโ€ฆor.โ€
    Example: Not only did she study for the exam, but also she practiced past papers.

Conjunctions are crucial in constructing sentences and creating relationships between different text parts. They help convey logical connections, express contrast or similarity, and ensure that ideas are presented in a cohesive and organized manner. Understanding the various types of conjunctions enables effective communication and writing.

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