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    Using Conjunctions Correctly

    Using Conjunctions Correctly

    Using Conjunctions Correctly

    In this English Grammar lesson you will learn how to use conjunctions correctly in a sentence. A conjunction is a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause.

    And: adds one thing to another or used for similar ideas.
    • Jane came to my party. Samara came to my party.
    • Jane and Samara came to my party.
    But: is used to show contrast. So, if we talk about two things, people or ideas that are contrasting each other, we use ‘but’.
    • Mrs. Smith is strict.  Mrs. Smith is kind.
    • Mrs. Smith is strict but kind. (strict and kind are contrasting qualities)

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    So: indicates effect, result or consequence. It also expresses ‘purpose’ in a sentence.
    • Write down the address, so we don’t forget it.
    Or: presents an alternative or a choice.
    • Do you want pasta or rice?
    Because/since/as: are used to give reasons. They can be used interchangeably.
    • I sat down because/since/as I was tired.
    After/before/when: are all time related conjunctions.
    • I’ll email you after I receive the update. (after shows the sequence where one action id followed by the other)
    • I’ll email you before I receive the update. (before shows one action happens prior to the other or precedes the other)
    • I’ll email you when I receive the update.

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