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Understanding Coordinating Conjunctions
Coordinating conjunctions are special words that help us connect words, phrases, or sentences together. They are like little bridges that join ideas so we can say more with fewer words.
The FANBOYS: A Handy Trick to Remember
There are seven coordinating conjunctions in English, and you can remember them with the word 'FANBOYS.' Each letter stands for one conjunction.
Important Points
For
And
Nor
But
Or
Yet
So
How to Use Each Coordinating Conjunction
Let's learn how each of these conjunctions works. They all have their own special job when connecting ideas.
For
'For' is used to explain a reason. It's like saying 'because.'
Examples
I stayed inside, for it was raining.
And
'And' is used when we want to add more information. It's like saying 'also.'
Examples
I like apples and bananas.
Nor
'Nor' is used to add another negative idea. It's like saying 'not this and not that.'
Examples
She doesn’t like carrots, nor does she like peas.
But
'But' is used to show contrast or a different idea. It's like saying 'however.'
Examples
I want to go, but I am too tired.
Or
'Or' is used to show a choice between two or more options.
Examples
Do you want tea or coffee?
Yet
'Yet' is used to show a surprising contrast. It's like saying 'but still.'
Examples
It was cold, yet we went swimming.
So
'So' is used to show a result. It's like saying 'therefore.'
Examples
I was hungry, so I ate a sandwich.
Putting It All Together
Coordinating conjunctions help us make our sentences more interesting and connected. Remember to use a comma before the conjunction when joining two complete sentences.
Examples
I wanted to play outside, but it started to rain.
She can sing, and she can dance.
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