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Conjunctions. Definition. A conjunction joins two words or groups of words (phrases or clauses) together. Two types of conjunctions. Coordinating conjunctions. Coordinating conjunctions co-ordinate, or join equals. And, but, or, nor, for, so, yet
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Definition • A conjunction joins two words or groups of words (phrases or clauses) together.
Coordinating conjunctions • Coordinating conjunctions co-ordinate, or join equals. • And, but, or, nor, for, so, yet • Keep in mind, these words are dependent on function. The word for can also be a preposition, but it just depends on how it is used.
Subordinating conjunction • Subordinating conjunctions join unequals. They join something of lesser importance to something of greater importance. • If, as, since, when, and because I will go to Africa when I have the money for the trip. When I have the money for the trip, I will go to Africa.
Dickens had one idea and his wife had another. Dickens went to America when he had the chance.
Correlative Conjunctions • Correlative conjunctions are multiple-word conjunctions such as either/or, neither/nor, and not only, but also. Either you or I will arrive.
Conjunctive adverbs • These are conjunctions that act both as adverbs and as conjunctions. These include words that are commonly used to begin clauses, such as however, furthermore, moreover, nevertheless, accordingly, and therefore.