CONJUCTIONS

CONJUCTIONS

(Linking words)

We use words called conjunctions, like , because, although, if, unless, despite, However and So to join two parts of sentences.

Conjunctions can be used to:

• Give more information.

• Give alternatives.

• Give reasons.

• Give results.

• Give unexpected information.

Because

(It can be used, either at the begining of the sentence or at the end)

Example: Because I didn´t have enough time, I couldn't go out with my friends. / I couldn't go out with my friends because I didn't have time.

Spanish: Porque

Although

Example: Allthough he is a bit odd, I like him

Spanish: A pesar de que, Aunque

If...

Example: I don't know if they'll like my cooking

Spanish: si...

Unless

Example: Unless you arrive early in the morning, the wait for breakfast can be about an hour

Spanish: A no ser que.

Despite / In spite of...

Example: She was the one who paid the rent, despite having a much lower income.

Spanish: A pesar de...

However

Example: I like listening to music; however, I don't like going to concerts.

Spanish: Sin embargo

So...

Example: We've already finished our work, so we're just going to head home.

Spanish: Asi que...