Grammar - Conjunctions
Grammar - Conjunctions
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.
These conjunctions cover both common and advanced usage across academic, literary, and
everyday contexts. Would you like examples for specific groups or functions?
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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.
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.
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.
Would you like more examples or explanations for any specific type?
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Here’s an expanded list of conjunctions for different categories, with additional examples
and use cases:
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.
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.
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.
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.
These examples cover a wide range of conjunctions for various contexts. Would you like
even more examples or deeper explanations for a specific type?
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Here’s a comprehensive list of paired (correlative) conjunctions for advanced usage:
These pairs cover a range of formal, literary, and everyday usage. Would you like examples
in specific contexts or types?
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Here’s an expanded list of correlative conjunction pairs for more diverse contexts:
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.
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?
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Here’s an extensive list of conjunction words, including common, advanced, formal, and
literary examples across various categories:
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
4. Conjunctive Adverbs
However
Therefore
Thus
Hence
Moreover
Furthermore
Likewise
Similarly
Consequently
Nevertheless
Nonetheless
Still
Meanwhile
Otherwise
Instead
Accordingly
6. Alternative/Choice Conjunctions
Or
Either...or
Neither...nor
Otherwise
Whether...or
Or else
Alternatively
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