And, as well as, but, or, yet, nevertheless, however, so that, as long as, while, until, as if,
because, when, after, though, before.
A toy or a book
Types of connectors
Coordinating conjunctions
Coordinating conjunctions join together clauses of equal importance.
Use of 'and'
'And' is used as a conjunction when the words or phrases are of equal importance and both
conditions exist. Other words that can be used in place of and are: moreover, in addition to,
along with, plus, as well as, further more
The gurgling stream along with the howling wind added to the charm of the place.
Use of 'but'
The conjunction 'but' is used to show a contradiction between two phrases. Let's say the
first phrase leads you to expect a certain event and the second phrase tells you quite a
contradictory outcome. In such an event, but, is used.
Other words like: nevertheless, yet, however, can be used in place of 'but'
She studied hard but could not score well in the test.
The hill was very steep but the old man could climb it easily.
Sharon fell from the horse nevertheless she did not cry.
Use of 'Or'
When we need to express a choice between two words or phrases we use 'or'. Here only one
of the two conditions exists.
Example:
Would you take a cup of tea or coffee?
Shall we buy a book or a toy?
Correlative conjunctions:
Conjunctions used in pairs are correlative conjunctions
Compound conjunctions
Compound conjunctions are groups of words that behave like conjunctions.
Subordinating conjunction
A subordinating conjunction joins a clause to another on which it depends for its full
meaning. The chief subordinating conjunctions are after, because, if, that, though, although,
till, before, unless.
I will not go to the market if it rains.
The situation 'I will not go to the market' is dependant on the condition 'if it rains'.
You could go and play after you have done the dishes.
We can paint our house red or white but we must select a good painter.
I left the party because I was bored, moreover it was quite late.
He was sad and tired along with being very hungry when a wizard appeared and
offered him food however he laid down some conditions.
After the trip Sam came to work but he was very tired.
Bring some sandwiches or you will be hungry.
The dog ran after the rabbit but could not catch him.
This horse will take you to the village you even if he is tired.
The old man cared for the puppy as though she was his baby.