Examples of Coordinating Conjunctions
What are coordinating conjunctions?
Conjunctions are connecting
words. These connecting words connect words, phrases, and clauses. There are
more words that we use to connect words, phrases, and sentences. Some of them
are coordinating conjunctions. If you want to study all types of conjunctions,
you can visit our site Study English Page.
Let’s have a brief overview of
coordinating conjunctions. You may have noticed some words, phrases, or clauses
that have equal importance. When we want to connect words, phrases, or clauses
of equal importance, we use coordinating conjunctions.
List of Coordinating Conjunctions
It is very easy to remember
because you need just one acronym (FANBOYS). There are seven letters in this
acronym. Each stands for one word (coordinating conjunction).
F = for
A = and
N = nor
B = but
O = or
Y = yet
S = so
Useful Examples of Coordinating Conjunctions
Examples of Coordinating Conjunction “For”
- John missed the bus, for he was late.
- Call him urgently, for he is in trouble.
- Don’t laugh when he is here, for he minds it.
- We reached late, for we had a tire punctured.
- I am going to resign, for I am exhausted here.
- He always walks for an hour, for he likes walking.
- I did not meet her, for I did not intend to meet her.
- Lisa failed the test, for she did not study well for that.
- I use a Samsung smartphone, for its battery life is longer.
- Move your investment somewhere else, for the political situation is not appropriate for your business.
Examples of Coordinating Conjunction “And”
- John likes jogging and swimming.
- They collected all the books and notebooks.
- You must arrange everything and then call us.
- Ali is a nice person and a better roommate.
- Ali and John both broke the ice at once.
- Lisa and Adela were two best friends in our class.
- I went to the market and bought rice, vegetable, and fruits.
- John will slaughter the goat; Lisa will cook it, and I will collect the wood.
- The Smart School and College offers the best packages for its employees.
- Ali gave a briefing on the program, and John told the benefits and its effects.
Examples of Coordinating Conjunction “Nor”
- They do not say yes, nor do they say no.
- I have not resigned, nor have I been fired.
- He will not lend you, nor will he give any idea.
- Lisa does not call me, nor does she attend my call.
- He does not live near to me, nor does he live so far away.
- He does not apply for a job, nor does he start his own business.
- John does not marry Lisa, nor does he propose to someone else.
- I think he does not study math, nor does he study computer programming.
- They don’t want to live in New York, nor do they want to live in Germany.
- Tom did not take participation in politics, nor did he support any other politician.
Examples of Coordinating Conjunction “But”
- He drives fast but carefully.
- I can request her but not beg.
- Ali can drive fast, but John cannot.
- Our students are weak but creative.
- I like swimming, but I don’t like hiking.
- She can speak Spanish but not very well.
- I know your words, but I cannot give her priority.
- Lisa completed her homework but did not submit it.
- Yesterday, I went to New York, but I forgot to buy a gift for my son.
- I write articles for the website (Study English Page), but my wife performs all the household duties.
Examples of Coordinating Conjunction “Or”
- Lisa or John will call you back.
- Would your boss prefer juice or tea?
- Lisa or Diya will inform all the class fellows.
- They will call back, or they will meet me.
- We plan to go to the mountainside or go to the park.
- I will call you, or I will leave a message on WhatsApp.
- You can send her the money by Western Union or Paypal.
- You are requested to attend the meeting or send your representative.
- We leave it to your choice; you can take admission here or abroad.
- Sending an invitation card or calling directly will be considered the same thing.
Examples of Coordinating Conjunction “Yet”
- It has rained, yet it is hot enough.
- She is forty years old, yet she looks young.
- John loves Lisa, yet he doesn’t propose to her.
- Everyone feels bored, yet no one leaves the party.
- Tom owns two cars, yet he goes to his office on foot.
- He does not like taking tea, yet he took lots of tea today.
- John is overweight, yet he does not take care of his health.
- I assured you everything, yet you gave a negative response.
- The weather is so romantic today, yet you don’t want to go out.
- He has driven on that road many times, yet he feels afraid to drive on.
Examples of Coordinating Conjunction “So”
- You are young, so you must work hard.
- You were not attending the call, so they left.
- I have performed my duty, so I can leave now.
- It was raining cats and dogs, so we took a taxi.
- We were not ready, so we postponed the meeting.
- Lisa studied a lot, so she secured the highest marks.
- This red shirt is expensive, so we have to find another.
- It became late, and we are not ready, so we should leave tomorrow.
- I was hungry at that time, so I went to the kitchen and ate two apples.
- I wanted to share my knowledge, so I published the website (Study English Page).
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