Conjunction List with Examples

Introduction:

A conjunction is essentially a part of speech that is used for connecting phrases, sentences, or clauses together. The conjunction word was derived from the Latin word “coniungere” which means to join together.

• Conjunctions are for connecting different thoughts, ideas, and actions as well as noun, clauses, and other parts of speech. For example, Ayesha went to the market and bought oranges.
• These are very useful for making lists. For example, we made macaroni, rice, and juices for dinner.
• While using conjunctions, ensure that all the parts of the sentences agree. For example: “He talks patiently yet is talkative” does not agree. “He talks patiently yet talkative” shows agreement.

List of Common Conjunctions:

Here are some common conjunctions, these are used for performing many functions: They present ideas, explanations, consequences, exceptions, and contrasts.

• And
• As
• Because
• But
• For
• Just as
• Or
• Neither
• Nor
• Not only
• So
• Whether
• Yet

Functions of Conjunctions

1. A conjunction joining words:

• Jill and marry go up the hill.

(The conjunction “and” joins the words “Jill” and “marry.”)

2. A conjunction joining clauses:

• You can prepare the juice, or you can clean the top floor.

(Here the conjunction “or” joins the clauses)

3. A conjunction joining phrases:

• Tony is a very intelligent but sometimes quiet boy.

(In this sentence, we have two phrases: “highly intelligent” and “sometimes quiet” and the conjunction “but” joins the phrases.

Examples of Conjunctions:

In the given examples, the conjunctions are mentioned in bold for easy representation:

• He tried to hit the nail but hit my thumb instead.
• I have two parrots and a dog.
• I have to buy new shoes for my upcoming tour.
• He can have vanilla ice cream or a brownie.
• Neither the red dress nor the black one looks good on me.
• My brother always worked hard so we could afford the things we wanted.
• I always try very hard in Exams yet I am not receiving good scores.

Types of Conjunctions:

There are many types of conjunctions that do different jobs within sentence structures. These are included:

1. Coordinating Conjunctions:

The coordinating conjunction definition is as follows, the conjunction that joins two elements that have the same syntactic importance and grammatical rank. They can be part of two independent clauses, terms, adjectives, two verbs or two nouns. It could link two unequal clauses. There are seven coordinating conjunctions, they’re – for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so. The easiest way to consider these conjunctions is with an acronym known as FANBOYS.

Rules for using the Coordinating Conjunctions:

There are some regulations that should be followed in the course of using suitable conjunctions alongside using phrases in unique situations:

• When the coordinating conjunction connects independent clauses, a comma has to be used earlier than that conjunction.
• Example: I desired to buy groceries, but my friend wants to go to a movie.
• When coordinating conjunction is becoming a member of phrases or phrases, a comma is not used before the conjunction.
• Example: I like to ride bikes and swim.
• A comma is optional while coordinating conjunction is used with more than two gadgets.

2. Correlative Conjunctions:

These are a sort of tag-crew conjunctions. They come in pairs and they may be utilized in different locations. These conjunctions correlate, working in pairs to join up for word and phrases or phrases that bring the same significance within a sentence.

Examples:

either/or, not only/but also, neither/nor, whether/or, and not/but.

• I either need a chocolate cake or a pastry.
• He neither likes coffee nor tea.

3. Subordinating Conjunctions:

Subordinating conjunctions are those conjunctions that help to join dependent clauses and independent clauses. Here we have some commonly used subordinating conjunctions: “since, because, although, though, as, while, and whereas”. Occasionally, the adverbs may also act as conjunctions such as, “after, before, until”.

Example: I can stay right here until the clock moves ten. Here the word “until” acts as a conjunction that connects thoughts which include, “can stay right here” and “clock moves ten”. Here the primary concept is independent of the second one hence, “can live here” is an independent clause, and “clock strikes 9” is an Established clause.

• Would you want biscuits or cake with your tea?

4. Conjunctive adverb:

While a few teachers do not educate conjunctive adverbs along conjunctions, these important elements of speech are worth a point out here. These adverbs always connect one clause to every other and are used to reveal sequence, evaluation, motive and impact, and other relationships.

Example: Ali had to plot to exit along with his own family to a circus; instead, he went to the seashore