Section outline

  • Coordinating conjunction joins words or phrases or sentences of equal rank.

    There are seven coordinating conjunctions.

    Acronym for them is FANBOYS.

     They are:

    Conjunction To join Examples
    For One statement is reason for the other. I bought some clothes for the trip. 
    And Two statements that are to be added. It is windy and cold night.
    Nor Two negative statements. That insect cannot walk nor fly.
    But Two contrasting statement. That place is good but it is very far.
    Or Two or more alternatives or choice. Would you have tea or coffee?
    Yet Two contrasting ideas. She is tired yet she will perform today.
    So One statement is reason for the other. I got late so I missed the bus.