Conjunctions (and, but, or, so, because, although) grammar in English

Language: English
Level: B1
Unit: Relative Clauses and Connectors
Practice types: 0

What this grammar point covers

Conjunctions are words we use to connect words, phrases, or sentences in English. They help us show the relationship between ideas.

When to use it

Use conjunctions to join two ideas in a sentence: to add information (and), show contrast (but, although), give a reason (because), show a result (so), or offer a choice (or).

Key forms

and
but
or
so
because
although

Examples

I like tea and coffee.

She is tired but happy.

Do you want pizza or pasta?

It was raining, so we stayed inside.

He left because he was late.

Tips

Remember, conjunctions join words or sentences. Do not use them at the start of every sentence.
After 'because', use a full sentence: 'because I was hungry', not just 'because hungry'.
Do not use 'so' and 'because' together in the same sentence.