A conjunction is a part of speech that is used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences.
Conjunctions List There are only a few common conjunctions, yet these words perform many functions: They present explanations, ideas, exceptions, consequences, and contrasts. Here is a list of conjunctions commonly used in American English:And, as, because, but, for, just as, or, neither, nor, not only, so, whether, yet Examples of Conjunctions In the following examples, the conjunctions are in bold for easy recognition:• I tried to hit the nail but hit my thumb instead. • I have two goldfish and a cat. • I’d like a bike for commuting to work. • You can have peach ice cream or a brownie sundae. • Neither the black dress nor the gray one looks right on me. • My dad always worked hard so we could afford the things we wanted. • I try very hard in school yet I am not receiving good grade. |
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