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1.

Coordinating Conjunctions (FANBOYS)


(Connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal rank)
Common Examples:
 For
 And
 Nor
 But
 Or
 Yet
 So
Extended List:
 Also
 Besides
 However
 Nevertheless
 Still
 Moreover
 Instead
 Otherwise
 Furthermore
 Even so

Pictorial Idea:
 Two equally sized boxes connected by a bridge labeled "AND."
 A decision path with two arrows: "OR" and "BUT."
Example Sentence:
 I wanted to play outside, but it started raining.

2. Subordinating Conjunctions
(Connects a dependent clause to an independent clause)
Time:
 After
 Before
 Since
 Until
 When
 Whenever
 While
 As soon as
 By the time
Cause/Reason:
 Because
 Since
 As
 So that
 In order that
 Seeing that
Condition:
 If
 Unless
 Provided that
 On condition that
 Even if
 In case
Concession/Contrast:
 Although
 Though
 Even though
 Whereas
 While
 Despite the fact that
Purpose:
 So that
 In order that
 For the purpose that
Comparison:
 As...as
 Than
 Just as
 As if
 As though
Result/Effect:
 So that
 Such that
 That
 Consequently
Examples (Additional):
 Supposing that
 Assuming that
 Inasmuch as
 Now that
 Lest

Pictorial Idea:
 A large tree (independent clause) supporting a swing (dependent clause). The rope
connecting them could be labeled "BECAUSE."
Example Sentence:
 Although it was raining, we went hiking.

3. Correlative Conjunctions
(Used in pairs for equal emphasis)
Common Examples:
 Either...or
 Neither...nor
 Both...and
 Not only...but also
Extended List:
 Whether...or
 As...as
 No sooner...than
 Such...that
 Rather...than
 The more...the more
 If only...then
 Hardly...when
 Scarcely...when

Pictorial Idea:
 Two parallel tracks labeled "EITHER" and "OR."
 Two interconnected gears labeled "NOT ONLY" and "BUT ALSO."
Example Sentence:
 We will either go to the park or visit the museum.

1. Coordinating Conjunctions (More Examples)


(Connects equal words, phrases, or clauses)
Additional List:
 Yet still
 But also
 Nor yet
 Neither yet
 Or else
 And thus
 And then
 And consequently
 For this reason
 But rather

2. Subordinating Conjunctions (Extended)


Time-Related:
 As long as
 Before long
 Ever since
 By the time when
 In the meantime
 Meanwhile
 Till now
 Until then
Cause/Reason:
 Due to the fact that
 In light of the fact that
 Seeing as
 Considering that
 In view of the fact that
 Owing to the fact that
Condition-Related:
 As long as
 If only
 So long as
 Even if
 In case of
 On the assumption that
Concession/Contrast:
 Albeit
 Regardless of
 Even though
 Though still
 In spite of the fact that
 Despite the fact that
 Be that as it may
Purpose/Result:
 In order that
 To the end that
 So much so that
 For fear that
 Lest it be
Comparison/Similarity:
 As if it were
 As though it might be
 In the same way that
 Just as much as
 No less than
 In like manner

3. Correlative Conjunctions (Extended Pairs)


Less Common Pairs:
 So...that
 Such...that
 Scarcely...when
 Hardly...when
 If...then
 Whether...or not
 No sooner...than
 Rather...than
 The more...the better
 The less...the worse
 Just as...so too
 Not only...but even
 As much...as
 The sooner...the quicker

These conjunctions cover both common and advanced usage across academic, literary, and
everyday contexts. Would you like examples for specific groups or functions?
4o
You said:
more types
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
Here are more types of conjunctions, expanding beyond the traditional three categories
(Coordinating, Subordinating, Correlative):

4. Conjunctive Adverbs
(Act as conjunctions by linking independent clauses or sentences.)
Examples:
 However
 Therefore
 Moreover
 Thus
 Consequently
 Accordingly
 Meanwhile
 Furthermore
 Otherwise
 Likewise
 Instead
 Similarly
 Still
 Nonetheless
Example Sentence:
 She was late; however, she managed to finish the project on time.

5. Linking Words for Comparison/Contrast


(Show similarities or differences.)
Comparison:
 Likewise
 Similarly
 Just as
 In the same way
 Equally
 Correspondingly
Contrast:
 On the contrary
 In contrast
 However
 Conversely
 Even so
 Despite that
Example Sentence:
 The movie was boring; on the contrary, the book was exciting.

6. Causal Conjunctions (Cause and Effect)


(Show reasons or results.)
Examples:
 Because
 Since
 As
 For
 Therefore
 Consequently
 Thus
 So that
 In order that
 As a result
Example Sentence:
 He studied hard, so that he could pass the exam.

7. Conditional Conjunctions
(Express conditions for something to happen.)
Examples:
 If
 Unless
 Provided that
 As long as
 Supposing that
 On the condition that
 In case
 Even if
Example Sentence:
 If you work hard, you will succeed.

8. Additive Conjunctions (Addition/Continuation)


(Add information or continue a thought.)
Examples:
 And
 Also
 Furthermore
 Moreover
 Besides
 In addition
 Not only...but also
Example Sentence:
 She is smart, and she is hardworking.

9. Alternative/Choice Conjunctions
(Offer alternatives or options.)
Examples:
 Or
 Either...or
 Neither...nor
 Otherwise
 Whether...or
Example Sentence:
 You can either call me or send me an email.

10. Transitional Conjunctions


(Help in smooth transitions between ideas.)
Examples:
 Meanwhile
 Next
 Then
 Afterward
 Subsequently
 Thereafter
Example Sentence:
 Finish your homework; then, you can watch TV.

Would you like more examples or explanations for any specific type?
4o
You said:
more examples
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
Here’s an expanded list of conjunctions for different categories, with additional examples
and use cases:

1. Coordinating Conjunctions (FANBOYS & More)


Common Examples:
 For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
Extended List:
 Else
 Then
 And still
 But still
 And yet
 For all that
 Nor yet
Examples:
 She wanted to go outside, but still, it was raining.
 He studied all night, and yet, he failed the test.
2. Subordinating Conjunctions
Time-Related:
 After, Before, As soon as, While, When, Whenever, Since, Until, Once
Examples:
 After she finished her work, she went for a walk.
 While I was cooking, the phone rang.

Cause/Reason:
 Because, Since, As, Seeing that, Inasmuch as, Now that
Examples:
 Since you’re here, let’s start the meeting.
 As he was late, we left without him.

Condition:
 If, Unless, Provided that, In case, Even if, As long as
Examples:
 If you call me, I’ll explain everything.
 Provided that you follow the rules, you are allowed to join.

Concession/Contrast:
 Although, Though, Even though, While, Whereas, Despite the fact that, Albeit
Examples:
 Although it was raining, we went outside.
 Despite the fact that he was tired, he kept working.

Purpose/Result:
 So that, In order that, That, For the purpose that, With the intention that
Examples:
 He left early so that he could catch the train.
 She spoke slowly in order that everyone could understand.

Comparison/Similarity:
 Just as, As...as, Than, No less than, In the same way that
Examples:
 She sings just as her mother did.
 He is smarter than anyone else in the class.

3. Correlative Conjunctions (Paired Conjunctions)


Common Pairs:
 Either...or
 Neither...nor
 Both...and
 Not only...but also
Extended Pairs:
 Whether...or
 As...as
 No sooner...than
 Hardly...when
 Scarcely...when
 If only...then
 Rather...than
Examples:
 Not only was she late, but also she forgot her homework.
 No sooner had he arrived than it started raining.

4. Conjunctive Adverbs
Examples:
 However, Therefore, Moreover, Thus, Consequently, Furthermore, Meanwhile,
Otherwise, Similarly, Instead, Nonetheless
Examples:
 He was tired; however, he continued working.
 We missed the bus; therefore, we walked home.

5. Linking Words for Comparison/Contrast


Comparison:
 Likewise, Similarly, In the same way, Just as, Equally, Correspondingly
Examples:
 Similarly, her brother excelled in academics.
Contrast:
 On the contrary, In contrast, However, Conversely, Even so, Despite that
Examples:
 He expected a warm welcome. On the contrary, he was ignored.

6. Causal Conjunctions (Cause and Effect)


Examples:
 Because, Since, As, For, Therefore, Consequently, Thus, So that, In order that, As a
result
Examples:
 She left early because she was feeling sick.
 As a result, the game was postponed.

7. Conditional Conjunctions
Examples:
 If, Unless, Provided that, As long as, Supposing that, On the condition that, In case,
Even if
Examples:
 If you study hard, you will pass the exam.
 Unless it rains, we’ll go for a hike.

8. Additive Conjunctions (Addition/Continuation)


Examples:
 And, Also, Furthermore, Moreover, Besides, In addition, Not only...but also
Examples:
 She’s talented and hardworking.
 He’s rich; moreover, he’s generous.

9. Alternative/Choice Conjunctions
Examples:
 Or, Either...or, Neither...nor, Otherwise, Whether...or
Examples:
 You can either call me or send me an email.
 Whether he stays or leaves, the project will continue.

10. Transitional Conjunctions


Examples:
 Meanwhile, Next, Then, Afterward, Subsequently, Thereafter
Examples:
 Finish your homework; then, you can watch TV.
 We waited for the bus. Meanwhile, it started raining.

These examples cover a wide range of conjunctions for various contexts. Would you like
even more examples or deeper explanations for a specific type?
4o
You said:
more pairs
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
Here’s a comprehensive list of paired (correlative) conjunctions for advanced usage:

Common Correlative Conjunction Pairs:


 Either...or – You can either stay home or come with us.
 Neither...nor – He is neither rich nor famous.
 Both...and – She is both intelligent and creative.
 Not only...but also – He is not only a great singer but also a talented actor.
 Whether...or – Whether you like it or not, the decision is final.

Less Common & Advanced Correlative Pairs:


Condition & Choice:
 If...then – If you study hard, then you will pass the exam.
 Rather...than – I would rather go out than stay home.
 No sooner...than – No sooner had she left than it started raining.
 Scarcely...when – Scarcely had they arrived when the meeting started.
 Hardly...when – Hardly had he spoken when the lights went out.

Cause & Effect:


 Such...that – It was such a cold day that we stayed indoors.
 So...that – She was so tired that she fell asleep immediately.

Comparison & Contrast:


 The more...the more – The more you practice, the more you improve.
 The less...the less – The less you eat junk food, the less you'll feel sluggish.
 As...as – She is as tall as her brother.
 Just as...so too – Just as the sun rises, so too will your hopes.

Time & Sequence:


 Before...then – Before you leave, then call me.
 Once...then – Once you finish, then submit the form.
 First...then – First, we’ll eat, then we’ll watch a movie.

Reason & Purpose:


 For the reason that...therefore – For the reason that it was raining, therefore the
picnic was canceled.
 So that...then – Study well so that you can pass the test then pursue your dreams.

Concession & Contrast:


 Although...still – Although she was tired, she still finished her work.
 Even though...yet – Even though it was late, yet they continued the meeting.
 While...yet – While he is smart, yet he lacks experience.

These pairs cover a range of formal, literary, and everyday usage. Would you like examples
in specific contexts or types?
4o
You said:
more pairs
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
Here’s an expanded list of correlative conjunction pairs for more diverse contexts:

Advanced and Less Common Correlative Pairs


Condition/Alternatives:
 Whether...or not – Whether he comes or not, we will proceed.
 If only...then – If only you had studied harder, then you would have passed.
 As long as...so long as – As long as you’re honest, so long as you’ll earn trust.
 Provided that...then – Provided that you agree, then we can finalize the deal.

Comparison/Contrast:
 As much...as – He enjoys hiking as much as biking.
 Just as...so – Just as she is kind, so is her brother generous.
 No less...than – He is no less talented than his competitors.
 The sooner...the better – The sooner we leave, the better chance we have of
arriving on time.
 The more...the less – The more you procrastinate, the less you’ll accomplish.

Cause and Effect/Results:


 So that...then – Study hard so that you succeed, then enjoy the rewards.
 Such...as – There is such a demand for tickets as we’ve never seen before.
 Such...that – He spoke with such passion that everyone was moved.
 So...that – She was so excited that she couldn’t sleep.
Time/Sequence:
 Hardly...when – Hardly had he arrived when the meeting started.
 No sooner...than – No sooner had the storm begun than the power went out.
 Before...then – Before we begin, then let’s clarify the rules.
 Once...then – Once we are ready, then we’ll begin the ceremony.

Reason/Purpose:
 Because...therefore – Because he was ill, therefore he stayed home.
 Since...then – Since you asked, then I will explain.
 As...therefore – As you were busy, therefore I handled it myself.
 So that...in order that – He trained hard so that he could win the race.

Concession/Contrast:
 Even though...still – Even though it was raining, she still went for a walk.
 Although...yet – Although he apologized, she yet remained upset.
 Though...nevertheless – Though she was tired, nevertheless she continued working.
 While...on the other hand – While he enjoys cooking, on the other hand, she
prefers baking.

Emphasis/Intensification:
 Not only...but even – He’s not only intelligent but even a great leader.
 Not merely...but also – She is not merely a teacher but also a mentor.
 Both...as well as – He speaks both Spanish as well as French.
 As well...as – The policy benefits employees as well as their families.

These correlative pairs add variety and depth to both formal and creative writing. Would
you like examples of specific pairs in sentences or more specialized conjunction types?
4o
You said:
more conjunction words
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
Here’s an extensive list of conjunction words, including common, advanced, formal, and
literary examples across various categories:

1. Coordinating Conjunctions (FANBOYS & Beyond)


 For
 And
 Nor
 But
 Or
 Yet
 So
 Still
 Else
 Then
 Even so
 And yet
 But also
 Nor yet

2. Subordinating Conjunctions
Time-Related:
 After
 Before
 Since
 Until
 While
 When
 Whenever
 As soon as
 By the time
 As long as
 Now that
 Once
 Till
Cause/Reason:
 Because
 Since
 As
 For
 Seeing that
 Considering that
 Inasmuch as
 Due to the fact that
 On account of
Condition:
 If
 Unless
 Provided that
 Assuming that
 Even if
 In case
 As long as
 On condition that
 Supposing that
 So long as
Concession/Contrast:
 Although
 Though
 Even though
 While
 Whereas
 Despite the fact that
 Albeit
 However much
 Be that as it may
Purpose/Result:
 So that
 In order that
 For the purpose that
 With the intention that
 Lest
 Such that
 To the end that
 In order for
Comparison/Similarity:
 As
 As...as
 Just as
 So...as
 Than
 In the same way that
 No less than
 In like manner

3. Correlative Conjunctions (Paired Conjunctions)


 Either...or
 Neither...nor
 Both...and
 Not only...but also
 Whether...or
 As...as
 No sooner...than
 Rather...than
 The more...the more
 The less...the less
 The sooner...the better
 Hardly...when
 Scarcely...when

4. Conjunctive Adverbs
 However
 Therefore
 Thus
 Hence
 Moreover
 Furthermore
 Likewise
 Similarly
 Consequently
 Nevertheless
 Nonetheless
 Still
 Meanwhile
 Otherwise
 Instead
 Accordingly

5. Additive Conjunctions (Addition/Continuation)


 And
 Also
 Moreover
 Furthermore
 Besides
 In addition
 Not only...but also
 What’s more
 Plus
 To boot

6. Alternative/Choice Conjunctions
 Or
 Either...or
 Neither...nor
 Otherwise
 Whether...or
 Or else
 Alternatively

7. Causal/Effect Conjunctions (Cause and Effect)


 Because
 Since
 As
 Therefore
 Thus
 So
 Hence
 For this reason
 In view of this
 As a result
 Accordingly
 Consequently

8. Comparative/Contrastive Conjunctions
Comparison:
 Just as
 So...as
 As...as
 Similarly
 Likewise
 In the same way
Contrast:
 But
 However
 Although
 Though
 Even though
 Still
 Yet
 Whereas
 While
 On the other hand
 In contrast
 Conversely

9. Transitional/Sequential Conjunctions
 Before
 After
 Then
 Next
 Meanwhile
 Thereafter
 Subsequently
 At the same time
 Later
 Soon
 Finally
 First...second...third

10. Conjunctions for Emphasis and Clarification


 Indeed
 In fact
 Truly
 Clearly
 As a matter of fact
 What’s more
 On the contrary
 Above all
 Even more

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