Conjunction Introduction
Conjunction Introduction
connecting words, phrases, or clauses within a sentence. Derived from the Latin word
"conjunction," meaning a joining or connecting, conjunctions serve as linguistic bridges, linking
various components of a sentence to create coherent and meaningful communication.
Types of Conjunctions: Conjunctions can be broadly categorized into three main types:
coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and correlative conjunctions.
1. Coordinating Conjunctions: Coordinating conjunctions, such as "and," "but," "or," "nor," "for," "so,"
and "yet," are used to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that have equal
grammatical weight within a sentence. These conjunctions contribute to the overall flow and
coherence of a text by indicating the relationship between the connected elements.
Example: The sun was shining, and the birds were singing.
3. Correlative Conjunctions: Correlative conjunctions are pairs of words that work together to
connect elements of equal grammatical rank. Common correlative conjunctions include
"either...or," "neither...nor," "both...and," "not only...but also," and "whether...or."