Level: Beginner-Intermediate
A coordinating conjunction joins parts of a sentence that are grammatically equal or similar. Also known as coordinators, coordinating conjunctions are used to give equal emphasis to a pair of main clauses.
Coordinating conjunctions are:
for
Example:
I go to the mall, for I love to shop.
and
Example:
The bowl of stew is hot and delicious.
nor
Example:
but
Example:
I took the bus, but there was a delay.
or
Example:
You can eat it with a spoon or fork.
yet
Example:
This chicken is hard on the outside, yet soft on the inside.
so
Example:
I want to go to bed, so I am putting on my pajamas.