A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses together, helping ideas flow smoothly instead of sitting as short, choppy sentences.
The most common conjunctions are the “FANBOYS”: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so. These coordinating conjunctions join equal parts, like “I wanted pizza, but the restaurant was closed.”
Subordinating conjunctions — like because, although, since, and while — connect a main idea to a dependent one: “I stayed home because it was raining.” Quick practice: combine these with a conjunction: “It was cold. We went for a walk anyway.” (Example answer: It was cold, but we went for a walk anyway.)