Combining Sentences with Coordinating Conjunctions

A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'so'.

FANBOYS stands for: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

The conjunction 'and' is used to add information or connect similar ideas.

The conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas.

The conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice between two ideas.

The conjunction 'so' indicates a result or consequence of the previous statement.

The conjunction 'for' is used to explain a reason or purpose.

Coordinating conjunctions are used to join two independent clauses to form a compound sentence.

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