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Understanding Conjunctions in Grammar

A conjunction is a grammatical word that connects words, phrases, or clauses to form sentences and clarify meaning. There are three types of conjunctions: coordinating, subordinating, and correlative, each serving different functions in linking ideas. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', and 'because', which help to show relationships and enhance sentence structure.

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Understanding Conjunctions in Grammar

A conjunction is a grammatical word that connects words, phrases, or clauses to form sentences and clarify meaning. There are three types of conjunctions: coordinating, subordinating, and correlative, each serving different functions in linking ideas. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', and 'because', which help to show relationships and enhance sentence structure.

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Conjunctions

Dr. Syeda Aysha Bokhari


What is a Conjunction
• In grammar, a conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or
clauses together to form a sentence or join separate sentences.
Conjunctions help link ideas, show relationships, and clarify meaning.
Types of Conjunctions:

1. Coordinating Conjunctions:
Connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance.

Examples: and, but, or, so, yet

- I like reading books, and I also enjoy watching movies.


2. Subordinating Conjunctions:
Connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.

Examples: because, since, after, although, if, unless, until

- I went to the store because I needed milk.


3. Correlative Conjunctions:
Used in pairs to connect words or phrases of equal importance.

Examples: both...and, either...or, not only...but also

- I like both coffee and tea.


Functions of Conjunctions:

1. Joining words/phrases: Connects words or phrases to form a


sentence.
2. Connecting clauses: Links independent or dependent clauses.
3. Showing relationships: Indicates cause-and-effect, contrast, or
addition.
4. Clarifying meaning: Helps readers understand sentence structure.
Common Conjunctions:

1. and
2. but
3. or
4. so
5. yet
6. for
7. nor
8. because
9. since
10. after

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