Conjunctions

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A conjunction is a word used to join words, groups of words, or sentences. It helps connect ideas smoothly. Example: Rice and curry is a popular dish.

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Conjunctions are of two kinds: coordinating and subordinating.

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A coordinating conjunction joins two independent statements or two statements of equal rank or importance. It connects ideas that are equally important. Example: The weather was fine and the sea was c…

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Coordinating conjunctions are of four types: addition, contrast, choice, and reasoning.

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Addition conjunctions are and, both ... and, as well as, no less than, and not only ... but also. They add one fact or statement to another. Example: She is both intelligent and hardworking.

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Contrast conjunctions are but, still, yet, nevertheless, whereas, while, and only. They show opposition between two ideas. Example: The train was fully packed but we got comfortable seats.

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Choice conjunctions are or, either ... or, neither ... nor, otherwise, and else. They show a choice between alternatives. Example: You must apologise or you will be dismissed.

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For is the coordinating conjunction of reasoning. It shows why something is said or done. Example: She will rise in life, for she is sincere and hardworking.