English conjunctions

What is a conjunction?

A conjunction is a part of speech used to connect words, phrases, or clauses within a sentence.

What are coordinating conjunctions?

Conjunctions that join words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal rank. These are often remembered by the acronym FANBOYS:

• For
• And
• Nor
• But
• Or
• Yet
• So

What is a subordinating conjunction?

A word or phrase that links a dependent clause to an independent clause, typically indicating a relationship of time, cause, or condition (e.g., because, since, although, if).

What are correlative conjunctions?

Pairs of conjunctions that work together to coordinate two items in a sentence. Examples include:

• Either…or
• Neither…nor
• Not only…but also
• Both…and

What is the role of a conjunctive adverb?

Words used to connect one clause to another to show sequence, contrast, or cause and effect (e.g., however, therefore, meanwhile, consequently).