Coordinating Conjunctions For beginners

In this lesson, learn about coordinating conjunctions like "and," "but," "or," "nor," "for," "so," and "yet," which connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Simple explanations and easy examples to understand their use.

"Coordinating Conjunctions" in English Grammar

What Are Coordinating Conjunctions?

Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that have equal importance in a sentence.

Main Coordinating Conjunctions

English has three main coordinating conjunctions:

1.

and

2.

or

3.

but

And

'And' is used to add a word to another word. For example:

Example

She is beautiful. She is kind. = She is beautiful and kind.

I called Hanna. I called Tommy = I called Hanna and Tommy.

Or

'or' is used to name two or more choices. For example:

Example

Are you sad? Are you angry? = Are you sad or angry?

Do you like pizza? Do you like pasta? = Do you like pizza or pasta?

But

'But' is used to show contrast between two words or sentences. For example:

Example

She is beautiful but cruel.

I love fruits but I'm allergic to strawberries.

Quiz:


1.

Which coordinating conjunction is used to add one idea to another?

A

And

B

Or

C

But

D

For

2.

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a coordinating conjunction?

A

I wanted to go for a walk, or it started raining.

B

He studied hard, but he still didn't pass the test.

C

He loves reading, or he enjoys writing more.

D

She brought her guitar, but she played a beautiful song.

3.
the park
or
we
.
can
go
to
the movies
to
4.

Fill in the blanks with the correct coordinating conjunction.

She loves playing the piano,

she doesn’t practice enough.

Do you want coffee,

would you prefer tea?

I have a meeting at 3 PM,

I’ll be free after that.

I wanted to go hiking,

it started raining heavily.

The movie was new,

it was really interesting

but
or
and
5.

Match each incomplete sentence with the correct ending based on the conjunctions.

He wanted to go to the beach, but
You can eat pizza, or
She loves reading books, and
The movie was boring, but
We could travel by train, or
she also enjoys painting.
it started raining.
we could drive.
the acting was good.
you can eat pasta.

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