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What is Conjunction?

A conjunction is a part of speech used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences together. It
serves to make connections, show relationships, and indicate the logical and grammatical structure of a
sentence. Conjunctions can be divided into three main types: coordinating conjunctions, subordinating
conjunctions, and correlative conjunctions.

1. Coordinating Conjunctions:
Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance. The
most common coordinating conjunctions are: "and," "but," "or," "nor," "for," "so," and "yet."

Example 1: I like coffee, but I don't like tea.


Explanation: The coordinating conjunction "but" connects the two independent clauses, "I like coffee"
and "I don't like tea," indicating a contrast between the two.

Example 2: She can play the guitar and sing.


Explanation: The coordinating conjunction "and" connects two verbs, "play" and "sing," expressing
that she can do both activities.

2. Subordinating Conjunctions:
Subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, creating a complex
sentence. Some common subordinating conjunctions include: "although," "because," "if," "since,"
"unless," "when," "where," and "while."

Example 3: I will go to the park if it stops raining.


Explanation: The subordinating conjunction "if" connects the dependent clause "if it stops raining" to
the independent clause "I will go to the park."

Example 4: She couldn't go out because she was sick.


Explanation: The subordinating conjunction "because" connects the dependent clause "because she was
sick" to the independent clause "She couldn't go out."

3. Correlative Conjunctions:
Correlative conjunctions are used in pairs to join words, phrases, or clauses. Common correlative
conjunctions include: "both...and," "either...or," "neither...nor," "not only...but also," "whether...or," and
"not...but."

Example 5: She not only plays the piano but also writes her own songs.
Explanation: The correlative conjunction "not only...but also" joins two verbs, "plays" and "writes," to
emphasize that she does both activities.

Example 6: You can have either chocolate or vanilla ice cream.


Explanation: The correlative conjunction "either...or" connects two choices, "chocolate" and "vanilla,"
indicating that you can choose one of them.

Example 7: John went to the party, for he wanted to meet new people.
Explanation: The coordinating conjunction "for" connects the two independent clauses, "John went to
the party" and "he wanted to meet new people." It suggests a cause-and-effect relationship between his
attendance at the party and his desire to meet new people.

Example 8: Although it was raining, they decided to go for a walk.


Explanation: The subordinating conjunction "although" introduces the dependent clause "it was
raining," which contrasts with the main clause "they decided to go for a walk." It shows that despite the
adverse weather conditions, they still chose to go for a walk.

Example 9: I will study hard so that I can pass the exam.


Explanation: The subordinating conjunction "so that" introduces the purpose clause "I can pass the
exam," explaining why the person will study hard.

Example 10: Either Martha or David will drive us to the airport.


Explanation: The correlative conjunction "either...or" connects the options "Martha" and "David,"
indicating that only one of them will drive us to the airport.

Example 11: I not only bought a new laptop but also a tablet.
Explanation: The correlative conjunction "not only...but also" links two objects, "a new laptop" and "a
tablet," emphasizing that both were purchased.

Conjunctions are versatile tools in language that enable the formation of clear and coherent sentences
by connecting different elements and expressing relationships. Whether they coordinate similar ideas,
subordinate clauses, or emphasize choices, conjunctions contribute to the overall structure and
semantics of a sentence.

In summary, conjunctions play a crucial role in connecting various elements within a sentence.
Coordinating conjunctions join similar elements, subordinating conjunctions create complex sentences,
and correlative conjunctions emphasize choices or relationships between words or clauses.

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