Conjunctions
⭐ MasteredConjunctions join words or sentences. And, but, or, because and so are conjunctions. 'I like tea but not milk.'
FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.
All about Conjunctions
Conjunctions are joining words that connect words, phrases or clauses. The most common are and, but, or, because and so. For example, "I like tea but not milk" uses but to join two ideas that contrast.
Conjunctions are split into coordinating conjunctions, which join equal parts such as and and but, and subordinating conjunctions, which link a main clause to a dependent clause, such as because, although and when.
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Real-life uses of Conjunctions
- Joining short sentences to make writing flow
- Showing cause and effect with because or so
- Adding contrast with but or although
Frequently asked questions about Conjunctions
What are coordinating conjunctions?
FANBOYS: for, and, nor, but, or, yet and so. They join equal parts of a sentence.
What does because do in a sentence?
It introduces a reason, as in "She stayed inside because it was raining."
Can you start a sentence with a conjunction?
Yes in informal writing, such as "And then we went home." Use it sparingly in formal essays.