Understanding Magyar Coordinate Clauses
In Magyar, coordinate clauses are like joining two ideas together with a special word. These special words are called conjunctions. They help us connect sentences that are equally important.
Important Points
- Coordinate clauses are linked by conjunctions.
- Each clause can stand alone as a full sentence.
- The conjunction shows the relationship between the two clauses.
Common Conjunctions in Magyar
Important Points
- és (and)
- de (but)
- vagy (or)
- mert (because)
These conjunctions help us understand how the two parts of the sentence are related. 'És' is used when the ideas are similar or add to each other. 'De' is used when the ideas contrast. 'Vagy' shows a choice, and 'mert' explains a reason.
Examples of Coordinate Clauses
Examples
- Szeretem az almát, és szeretem a banánt.
- Szeretnék menni a parkba, de esik az eső.
- Elmehetek a moziba, vagy otthon maradhatok.
- Fáradt vagyok, mert későn feküdtem le.
In these examples, you can see how the conjunctions are used to connect the clauses. Each part before and after the conjunction can be a sentence by itself.
Important Points
- Try making sentences using different conjunctions.
- Think about the relationship between the ideas you want to connect.
- Practice by writing your own coordinate clauses.