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English Conjunctions Explained: A Guide

The document provides a concise guide to conjunctions in English, categorizing them into three types: coordinating, subordinating, and correlative. It explains the function of each type, along with examples for clarity. Additionally, it offers quick tips for proper usage, including punctuation and sentence structure.

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English Conjunctions Explained: A Guide

The document provides a concise guide to conjunctions in English, categorizing them into three types: coordinating, subordinating, and correlative. It explains the function of each type, along with examples for clarity. Additionally, it offers quick tips for proper usage, including punctuation and sentence structure.

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Conjunctions in English: A Concise Guide

1. Coordinating Conjunctions (FANBOYS)

Used to join words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance.

F - for: reason/cause -> I stayed home, for it was raining.

A - and: addition -> She sings and dances.

N - nor: negative addition -> He didn't call, nor did he text.

B - but: contrast -> I like tea but not coffee.

O - or: choice/alternative -> Tea or coffee?

Y - yet: unexpected contrast -> She's old, yet strong.

S - so: result/consequence -> It rained, so we stayed inside.

2. Subordinating Conjunctions

Used to join a dependent clause to an independent clause.

Cause/Reason: because, since, as -> I stayed home because I was tired.

Time: when, while, before, after, until, as -> After he arrived, we left.

Condition: if, unless, provided that -> You'll pass if you study.

Contrast: although, though, even though, whereas -> Although it rained, we played football.

Purpose: so that, in order that -> He worked hard so that he could succeed.

Result: so that, such that -> The news was shocking so that everyone gasped.

3. Correlative Conjunctions

Used in pairs to connect equal sentence elements.

either...or: choice -> Either you come now, or I leave.

neither...nor: negative choice -> Neither the teacher nor the students were ready.

not only...but also: emphasis, inclusion -> Not only is she smart, but also kind.

both...and: dual inclusion -> Both the movie and the soundtrack were great.

whether...or: uncertainty between alternatives -> I don't know whether to laugh or cry.

Quick Tips:

- Use a comma before coordinating conjunctions when joining full sentences.

-> I was tired, so I went to bed.


- Subordinating conjunctions often begin the sentence when showing cause, time, etc.

-> Because it was late, we left early.

- Correlative conjunctions require parallel structure:

-> Correct: He is both smart and creative.

-> Incorrect: He is both smart and works hard.

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