Type Of Conjunction: Definition, Rules & Examples

Type Of Conjunction :- Definition: A conjunction is a joining word, it joins two words, phrases or sentence together.

Example: An, Of, But, Unless, Until etc.

According to uses conjunction is divided into three forms-

• Coordinating Conjunction
• Subordinating Conjunction
• Correlative Conjunctions

[1.] Coordinating Conjunction

A conjunction that two same kinds of part of speech or sentence is called Coordinating conjunction.

Example: And, Or, As, Well as, But, Yet etc

Ram and Ravan were death. / He is singing and dancing.

Note: Keep in mind that under this noun and pronoun are kept in the same category.

Example:-

1. For: She stayed home from work, for she was feeling ill.
2. And: I want to go to the beach, and I also want to visit the museum.
3. Nor: He doesn’t like coffee, nor does he enjoy tea.
4. But: I wanted to go hiking, but it started raining.
5. Or: You can have ice cream, or you can choose a piece of cake.
6. Yet: She is very talented, yet she remains humble.
7. So: I was tired, so I went to bed early.
8. For: They were excited about the trip, for it had been planned for months.
9. But: The movie was long, but it was very interesting.
10. Or: We can take the train, or we can drive ourselves.

[2.] Subordinating Conjunction

A conjunction that joint’s two different types of kinds of speech or clause is called Subordinating Conjunction.

Example: Unless, Until, If, lest etc.

Ram asked me, if i had seen the Tajmahal. (Ram asked me – Main clause, if i had seen the Tajmahal – subordinate clause)

You will not pass, unless you work hard.

Example:-

1. Although: Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
2. Because: She was late because she missed the bus.
3. If: If you finish your homework, you can watch TV.
4. Since: Since he was tired, he decided to take a nap.
5. Unless: We won’t succeed unless we work together.
6. While: She read a book while he cooked dinner.
7. Before: You should stretch before you start running.
8. After: They went out to eat after they finished the meeting.
9. Though: Though it was expensive, they bought the dress.
10. Until: Stay here until I get back.

[3.] Correlative Conjunction

A conjunction that comes in pair join two same kinds of parts of speech or sentence is called correlative conjunction.

Example: Either……..or, Neither…….nor, Not only……but also etc.

Neither Mohan not Sita will go there. / He is

Example:-

1. Either…or: You can either stay at home or join us for the party.
2. Neither…nor: Neither the manager nor the assistant was available for comment.
3. Both…and: Both the cake and the cookies were delicious.
4. Not only…but also: She is not only a talented musician but also an excellent dancer.
5. Whether…or: Whether you like it or not, we’re going to the concert.
6. Just as…so: Just as the sun sets, so the stars begin to shine.
7. Rather…than: I would rather go hiking than stay indoors all day.
8. As…as: The car is as fast as a sports car.
9. No sooner…than: No sooner had we arrived than the rain started.
10. Scarcely…when: Scarcely had she finished her speech when the audience erupted in applause.

Differences Between Coordinating, Subordinating, and Correlative conjunctions

1. Coordinating Conjunctions

Function: Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that are of equal importance in a sentence. They show that the elements they connect are similar or related.

Common Coordinating Conjunctions: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so

Examples:

• Words: I need sugar and milk.
• Phrases: She likes reading books and watching movies.
• Independent Clauses: I wanted to go to the park, but it started raining.

2. Subordinating Conjunctions

Function: Subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent (subordinate) clause to an independent clause. They show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause, often indicating cause, time, condition, or contrast.

Common Subordinating Conjunctions: although, because, if, since, unless, while, before, after, though, until

Examples:

• Cause/Reason: She stayed home because she was sick.
• Time: I will call you after I arrive.
• Condition: If it rains, the picnic will be canceled.
• Contrast: Although he was tired, he finished the project.

3. Correlative Conjunctions

Function: Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to link equal elements within a sentence. They emphasize a relationship between these elements, often showing balance or choice.

Common Correlative Conjunctions: either…or, neither…nor, both…and, not only…but also, whether…or, just as…so, rather…than, as…as, no sooner…than, scarcely…when

Examples:

• Either…or: You can either go to the museum or visit the zoo.
• Neither…nor: Neither the dog nor the cat was allowed on the furniture.
• Both…and: Both the actor and the director were praised for their work.
• Not only…but also: She is not only intelligent but also very kind.

Key Differences:

• Coordinating Conjunctions link elements of equal rank (words, phrases, independent clauses).
• Subordinating Conjunctions link a dependent clause to an independent clause and show the relationship between them.
• Correlative Conjunctions work in pairs to connect elements of equal rank, highlighting a specific relationship or choice between them.

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