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Defination


A Conjunction is a word that joins words or sentences together. Conjunctions are called also Linkers or Connectors. The most common conjunctions are: and, but or, so, for, yet.

Kinds of Conjunctions:

  • Co-ordinating Conjunctions
  • Subordinating Conjunctions
  • Correlative Conjunctions

Co-ordinating Conjuctions


A Co-ordinating conjunction joins together clauses of equal ranks or grammatical units of the same kind.

They are (a) Cumulative (b) Adversative (c) Alternative (d) Illative

  1. He is not only tall but also strong. (cumulative)
  2. He worked hard still/yet/but/nevertheless he failed. (adversative)
  3. Either you or your brother has broken the slate. (alternative)
  4. Vikrant is honest, so/therefore, he is respected. (illative)

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Which type of conjunction joins together clauses of equal ranks or grammatical units of the same kind?
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Subordinating Conjunction


A Subordinating Conjunction joins one clause to another on which it depends for its full meaning. Subordinate conjunctions denote : (i) Time (ii) Cause or Reason (iii) Purpose (iv) Result (v) Condition (vi) Place (vii) Manner or Extent (viii) Comparison (ix) Concession or contrast.

  • As soon as I reached school the ball rang. (time)
  • I found my pen where I had left it. (place)
  • We eat that/so that we may live. (purpose)
  • He spoke in such a low voice that few could hear him. (result)
  • If you want peace, be prepared for war. (condition)
  • She did as I told her to do. (manner)
  • He is honest though he is poor. (contrast)
  • He is taller than I (am). (comparison)

Examples of Conjunctions


Conjunctions are used for joining one sentence to another sentence.
Study the following examples :

  1. These grapes are fresh. These grapes are juicy. (and)
    These grapes are fresh and juicy.
  2. Mohan is very rich. Mohan does not enjoy his life. (but)
    Mohan is rich but does not enjoy his life.
  3. He is a thief. Who does not know it? (that)
    Who does not know that he is a thief?

Correlative Conjunction


Correlative conjunctions are that work in pairs. Such conjunctions join two equivalent sentences. Some correlative conjunctions are: either or neither nor not but also, though yet both and.

Examples:
Mrs Mehta not only bought some doses but also picked up a bouquet of lilies. Both my father and mother are doctors.

The following table gives the uses of these conjunctions with examples.

Conjunction | English Grammar for Class 6

Conjunction | English Grammar for Class 6

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1. What is the definition of a conjunction in grammar?
Ans. A conjunction is a part of speech that connects words, phrases, or clauses together in a sentence.
2. How many types of conjunctions are there in the English language?
Ans. There are three main types of conjunctions in English: coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and correlative conjunctions.
3. Can you provide examples of each type of conjunction?
Ans. Examples of coordinating conjunctions include "and," "but," and "or"; examples of subordinating conjunctions include "because," "although," and "while"; examples of correlative conjunctions include "either...or," "neither...nor," and "both...and."
4. How do conjunctions help improve the flow of a sentence?
Ans. Conjunctions help link different parts of a sentence together, creating a smoother and more coherent flow of ideas. They also help show the relationship between different elements in a sentence.
5. Why is it important to use conjunctions correctly in writing?
Ans. Using conjunctions correctly is important in writing to ensure clarity, coherence, and proper sentence structure. Misusing conjunctions can lead to confusion and affect the overall effectiveness of the writing.
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