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The document provides a list of coordinating conjunctions, which include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so', and explains their functions in connecting words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. It also introduces correlative conjunctions that work in pairs to connect equal parts of a sentence. Examples are given to illustrate the use of both coordinating and correlative conjunctions.

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List of Conjunctions

Coordinating Conjunction Words


Most people think of coordinating conjunctions when they hear the word conjunction.
Coordinating conjunctions consist of seven words. These words connect words,
phrases, or clauses of equal grammatical importance.

Coordinating Conjunctions List

There are seven coordinating conjunctions. You can use the mnemonic FANBOYS to
help you remember them.

 F is for “for“
 A is for “and“
 N is for “nor“
 B is for “but“
 O is for “or“
 Y is for “yet“
 S is for “so“
Each coordinating conjunctions serves different purposes when used. For instance, “or”
introduces change while “so” emphasizes a word, phrase, or clause. So” can also
indicate a result or consequence will be forthcoming.

You utilize “and” when you wish to link two things together. “But” introduces contrast
into a sentence. “Nor”, on the other hand, brings forth an alternative negative idea. “Nor”
responds to an already presented negative concept.

Finally, the word “yet” introduces a contrasting thought. It follows logically after an
alternative idea.

How to Use Coordinating Conjunctions

These examples show you how to use these conjunctions in a sentence.

 I visit the planetarium every Tuesday afternoon, for I enjoy viewing the stars.
 I visit my mother and the ice cream man in central park.
 I don’t go for the ambiance nor the stirred fried rice.
Correlative Conjunction Words
Correlative conjunctions work in pairs. Each word of the couple resides in a different
area of the sentence. For correlative conjunctions to function properly, you must
introduce both terms into the sentence.

The word couples connect equal sentence parts. For instance, if you use a noun after
the word “both” you will need to place a noun after “and” as well. This helps add
structure to a sentence.

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