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Correlative Conjunctions

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Correlative Conjunctions Conjunctions are words that we use to join parts of a sentence. We have three types of conjunctions in English grammar. One of them is correlative conjunctions. Coordinating and Subordinating conjunctions are discussed in detail on our site Study English Page . After reading this post, you will be able to use correlative conjunctions correctly. Definition of Correlative Conjunctions Correlative conjunctions are defined as pairs of words that connect two parts of a sentence that hold equal value. The two parts correlate with one another and work in pairs. Ali likes both ice cream and chocolate. We have correlative conjunctions ‘both…….and’ in this example. The job of this is to connect two objects. This sentence tells that Ali likes ice cream, and he likes chocolate, too. Both things carry equal importance. Both things are connected by the pair of correlative conjunctions. List of Correlative Conjunctions Either ……….    .…… or Neither ………....…... nor ...

Coordinating Conjunctions

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Coordinating Conjunctions Conjunction A conjunction is defined as a word that joins words, phrases, or clauses. It links words, phrases, or clauses. Ali and Diya are doing their homework. Would you like to eat rice with a chicken piece or beep? Coordinating conjunction is one of the types of conjunctions. You can visit our site Study English Page to study other types of conjunctions.  Definition of Coordination Conjunction A coordinating conjunction is a conjunction that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. It is used to give equal emphasis to two clauses in compound sentences.  I told him everything, but he kept it secret. There are seven coordinating conjunctions in English. Remembering the acronym FANBOYS is the best way to remember all seven coordinating conjunctions. The acronym FANBOYS is just like an abbreviation.  For For is used to join two independent clauses, and it shows a reason or purpose. It is used just like we use ...

What is a Preposition

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What is a Preposition Words in English grammar are classified on the basis of their functions. This classification is called parts of speech. A preposition is one of the classes of words or parts of speech. Definition of Preposition A preposition is defined as a word or more words that show a relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence. Prepositions are connector words because they are used to connect or link nouns to ideas. I have put the book on the table. The word ‘on’ in this example is a preposition. It shows the relationship between the book and the table. Linguistic Facts about Prepositions Prepositions are a closed class of words. There is a fixed set of prepositions. We can’t add a new preposition to the language. Prepositions are fixed words and they don’t change their forms. The uses of prepositions are different. One can be easily confused about prepositions. Some prepositions can be used as nouns, adjectives, and adverbs. A preposit...