Conjunctions are connecting words Conjunctions are connecting words. They join words, phrases, and sentences in writing and speech. Conjunctions come in three forms: coordinating, correlative, and subordinating. 

COORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS

For is almost like because or since; it introduces, in formal tone, a reason examples; John thought he had a good chance to get the job, for his father was on the company's board of trustees. Most of the visitors were happy just sitting around in the shade, for it had been a long, dusty journey on the train.

And joins elements that are sequential and equal in importance examples: The bowl of squid eyeball stew is hot and delicious. The barn was up the road and by the river.

Nor presents an alternate negative idea or thought Examples: That is not what I meant to say, nor should you interpret my statement as an admission of guilt. George did not like singing, nor did he like dancing.

Or implies that an alternative or option will follow Examples:, I can’t decide if I want an apple or a banana with my yogurt. I could cook some supper, or we could order a pizza.

But implies difference, contrasts and exceptions. Examples: Rocky, my orange tomcat, loves having his head scratched but hates getting his claws trimmed. Joey lost a fortune in the stock market, but he still seems able to live quite comfortably."

Yet implies that a contrary but logical idea will follow. examples; John plays basketball well, yet his favorite sport is badminton. The visitors complained loudly about the heat, yet they continued to play golf every day.

So suggests that a consequence will follow Examples; Soto is not the only Olympic athlete in his family, so are his brother, sister, and his Uncle Chet. Linda turned the light on so she could see where she was walking.

SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS

Louisa will wash the sink full of her dirty dishes once her roommate Shane cleans his stubble and globs of shaving cream from the bathroom sink. Because her teeth were chattering in fear, Lynda clenched her jaw muscle while waiting for her turn to audition. Ronnie begins to sneeze violently whenever he opens the door to greet a fresh spring day.

As Samson blew out the birthday candles atop the cake, he burned the tip of his nose on a stubborn flame. Even though /although Dana persevered at the calculus exam, she was only adding another F beside her name in Dr. Armour's grade book. You should be quiet while the teacher is speaking.

If everyone demanded peace instead of another television set, then there would be peace." "I can believe anything, provided that it is quite incredible."

"Every man, wherever he goes, is encompassed by a cloud of comforting convictions, which move with him like flies on a summer day." "A platitude is simply a truth repeated until people get tired of hearing it." "I had a funny feeling as I saw the house disappear, as though I had written a poem and it was very good and I had lost it and would never remember it again."

"I am always doing that which I can not do, in order that I may learn how to do it." "If I had to live my life again, I'd make the same mistakes, only sooner." "These are white-looking figures, whereas the men who are about to spar have on dark headguards that close grimly around the face like an executioner's hood."

After he saw the headline in the newspaper he called the police. He behaves as if he were a king. As soon as the rain stops the children are going to go outside and play. Do never leave the house before your brother gets home from work. He is such a clever man that he can find a very good job in any company.

You can choose whichever person you want to interview for your questionnaire. We had to cancel the trip, due to/owing to the fact that we had a lot of work to do. Seeing that you are tired, you can rest for a while. He has been smoking since he left school. They are planning to invest in construction inasmuch as may people are in need of apartment. I can lend you my book on condition that you bring it by Sunday.

I won’t be able to give my decision unless you provide me with some information. I will help you as long as I am in this city. I am not sure whether I’m going to the wedding tonight or not. Hard though he tired, he couldn’t succeed. Despide( in spide of) the rain, he went for a walk. Much as I appreciate his work, I wouldn’t do such a thing.

When we lived in İstanbul we used to go to the cinema every week. I wore my watch in order to/ so as to use my time efficiently in the exam. Even if she reads that story three times she can’t understand it because of the complex sentences. You should arrive at the station before 10 in case the train arrives earlier than the scheduled time.

Here is my library. You can borrow whatever book you want. None but God will ever know how much I suffered during that year. In developed countries people waste a lot of food that they do not eat, whereas in some parts of world people are suffering from hunger.

Mr. Adams was an invalid all his life; nevertheless, he had an active career. We must meet the deadline; hence, a decision is needed now. I will study medicine for six years; then I will be a doctor. He requested an opportunity to make up his absences; accordingly, his teacher gave him special First, I think that she is studying hard. Second, I believe that she is a bright student. Janet passed her exam, so she is very happy. I live too far away to visit you often; besides, you are never home.

Alice moved to New York; however, her mother stayed in Boston. You have disobeyed me; therefore, I will not help you again. Harrison is kind; moreover, he is generous. Television is entertaining; furthermore, it is instructive. The road was wet and slippery; consequently, there were many accidents. You must study hard; else you will fail. The leaders settled the argument; otherwise, there would have been war. I prepared my English lesson; also, I wrote my French composition.

Subordinating Conjunctions Subordinating conjunctions, on the other hand, connect grammatical structures (usually clauses) of unequal rank. A subordinating conjunction introduces a clause that is dependent on the main clause. The dependent clause can be introduced preceding the main clause in an introductory role, or it may follow the main clause to add meaning to the sentence. Some common subordinating conjunctions include although, as, before, until, when, and while. Coordinating Conjunctions When most people think of conjunctions, they are usually thinking of the coordinating variety. The most common ones include and, but, or, and so. Coordinating conjunctions join words or groups of words that are equal in rank grammatically. For instance, in the following sentence the two nouns are separated with a coordinating conjunction.