Acknowledgement
I would lIke to express my sIncere grAtItude to everyone
contrIbuted to the success of thIs project. specIAl thAnks
to my teAcher dr. mukhtAr Ahmed for hIs vAluAble guIdAnce
And support. I Also ApprecIAte the resources And
AssIstAnce provIded by the dIrector sIr, dr. prAgyesh kumAr
AgArwAl, And thIs InstItute. your commItment And
collAborAtIon hAs been essentIAl In brIngIng thIs project to
fruItIon. thAnkyou for your unwAverIng support And
encourAgement.
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certIfIcAte
I hereby certIfy thAt thIs project work Is the
orIgInAl work done by pArv tIwArI under my
guIdAnce. the project hAs been submItted In the
InstItute for excellence In hIgher educAtIon, bhopAl
Afterv my ApprovAl.
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dr mukhtAr Ahmed
declArAtIon
I declAre thAt thIs AssIgnment Is my work And
hAs not been copIed. All sources And reference
used hAve been properly cIted. thIs work
reflects my understAndIng And Adherence to
AcAdemIc IntegrIty guIdelInes.
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sIgnAture:
Index
1) IntroductIon
2) role of conjunctIon
3) types of
conjunctIon
4) conclusIon
5) bIblIogrAphy
IntroductIon
A conjunction is in grammar a word whose
principal function is to connect words, phrases,
or clauses-the latter called conjuncts. That
definition is imprecise enough to overlap with
those of other parts of speech because what
constitutes a "conjunction" must be defined for
each language. In English, the same word can
have several senses; besides, in different
contexts, it is a preposition and a conjunction.
For example, after is a preposition in "he left
after the fight," but a conjunction in "he left after
they fought.".
A conjunction is generally an invariant
grammatical particle standing between
conjuncts. A conjunction may be placed at the
beginning of a sentence, but some superstition
about the practice persists. The definition may
be extended to idiomatic phrases that behave as
a unit and perform the same function, e.g., "as
well as", "provided that".
role of conjunctIon
Conjunctions are indispensable in both written and spoken
language. They serve as the bridge between thoughts, ideas, and
sentences, allowing for smoother and more coherent
communication. Here's how:
1. Linking Ideas and Clauses: Conjunctions connect different parts
of a sentence, making the flow more logical and unified. For
example:
I enjoy reading books and watching movies. (Connecting similar
ideas)
He went for a walk although it was raining. (Connecting
contrasting ideas)
2. Creating Complex Sentences: They enable the formation of
complex sentences, which can convey more nuanced and detailed
information compared to simple sentences.
Simple: She was tired. She went to bed.
Complex: Because she was tired, she went to bed.
3. Showing Relationships: Conjunctions illustrate the relationship
between ideas, be it cause-and-effect, contrast, or additional
information.
Cause and effect: She studied hard, so she passed the exam.
Contrast: He wanted to go to the party, but he had to work.
Addition: I want to visit Paris and Rome.
4. Enhancing Clarity and Precision: By linking sentences logically,
conjunctions help clarify the meaning and avoid ambiguity. For
instance:
Unless you start on time, you will miss the train. (Clarifies the
condition)
5. Improving the Flow of Writing: They make writing and speaking
less choppy, promoting a more natural and engaging rhythm.
Without conjunctions: I like tea. I like coffee. I don't like soda.
With conjunctions: I like tea and coffee, but I don't like soda.
6. Emphasizing Points: Some conjunctions help to emphasize
specific points in a sentence.
Not only did she sing, but also she danced beautifully.
Conjunctions might seem like small words, but they wield
significant power in communication, contributing to more effective
and engaging expression. Use them wisely, and they’ll make your
language more vibrant and precise.
types of conjunctIons
Conjunctions are classified into three main categories:
Coordinating, Subordinating, and Correlative. Each plays a
distinct role in connecting parts of sentences.
1. Coordinating Conjunctions: These are the most common type.
They join words, phrases, or clauses of equal rank. Think of them
as the glue that holds similar elements together.
Examples: and, but, or, nor, for, yet, so
Usage
I wanted to go for a walk, but it was raining.
Would you like tea or coffee?
2. Subordinating Conjunctions: These connect an independent
clause with a dependent clause, indicating a relationship between
them, such as cause-and-effect, time, place, or condition.
Examples: although, because, since, unless, while, if, though
Usage:
Although it was late, she continued working.
She went home because she was feeling ill.
3. Correlative Conjunctions: These pairs of conjunctions work
together to relate two elements in a sentence. They must be used
in pairs to maintain the grammatical structure.
Examples: either...or, neither...nor, both...and, not only...but also
Usage:
You can either stay here or come with us.
Neither John nor his friends knew about the surprise.
conclusIon
Conjunctions might seem like small components of
language, but they play a mighty role in making
communication clear, coherent, and engaging. They act
as bridges, linking words, phrases, and clauses, and
helping to structure complex thoughts and ideas.
Through coordinating conjunctions, we connect equal
elements smoothly; with subordinating conjunctions, we
tie dependent and independent clauses to add depth; and
with correlative conjunctions, we emphasize relationships
between different elements.
Ultimately, mastering conjunctions means enhancing your
writing and speech, making your expression not just
accurate, but also more compelling and dynamic. So,
embrace the power of conjunctions—they're your trusty
allies in the quest for effective communication!
bIblIogrAphy
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