A conjunction may be used to indicate the relationship between the ideas expressed in a clause and the ideas expressed in the rest of a sentence.
I went to the beach because it was sunny
Most commonly used conjunctions
and,
or and
but.
Coordinate conjunctions
and: in addition |
but: however |
or: alternatively |
nor: and neither |
yet: however |
- He went and had a burger.
- He did the exam but failed.
- Do you want to go to the park or stay at home?
Subordinate Conjunctions
As
1. because:
As he is my friend, I will help him.
2. when: We watched
as the plane took off.
After
1. later in time:
After the train left, we went home.
Although or
though
1. in spite of the fact that:
Although it was after midnight, we did not feel tired.
Before
1. earlier than: I arrived
before the stores were open.
Because
1. for the reason that: We had to wait,
because we arrived early.
Since
1. from a past time: I have been here
since the sun rose.
2. as, because:
Since you are here, you can help me.
Than
1. used in comparisons: He is taller
than you are.
Unless
1. except when, if not:
Unless he helps us, we cannot succeed.
Until or
till
1. up to the time when: I will wait
until I hear from you.
Whether
1. if: I do not know
whether she was invited.
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