All Conjunctions
Complete conjunction vocabulary from all CEFR levels in alphabetical order with definitions and example sentences.
although
Used for introducing a statement that makes the main statement in a sentence seem surprising.
Example
Although the sun was shining, it wasn't very warm.
and
Also; in addition to.
Example
bread and butter
as
While something else is happening.
Example
He sat watching her as she got ready.
because
For the reason that.
Example
I did it because he told me to.
before
Earlier than the time when.
Example
Do it before you forget.
except
Used before you mention something that makes a statement not completely true.
Example
I didn't tell him anything except that I needed the money.
if
Used to say that one thing can, will or might happen or be true, depending on another thing happening or being true.
Example
If you see him, give him this note.
neither
Used to show that a negative statement is also true of somebody/something else.
Example
He didn't remember and neither did I.
or
Used to introduce another possibility.
Example
Is your sister older or younger than you?
since
From an event in the past until a later past event, or until now.
Example
Cath hasn't phoned since she went to Berlin.
so
Used to show the reason for something.
Example
It was still painful, so I went to see a doctor.
than
Used to introduce the second part of a comparison.
Example
I'm older than her.
that
Used after some verbs, adjectives and nouns to introduce a new part of the sentence.
Example
She said (that) the story was true.
though
Despite the fact that.
Example
Anne was fond of Tim, though he often annoyed her.
till
Until.
Example
We're open till 6 o'clock.
until
Up to the point in time or the event mentioned.
Example
Let's wait until the rain stops.
whenever
At any time that; on any occasion that.
Example
You can ask for help whenever you need it.
where
(in) the place or situation in which.
Example
This is where I live.
whereas
Used to compare or contrast two facts.
Example
Some of the studies show positive results, whereas others do not.
wherever
In any place.
Example
Sit wherever you like.
while
During the time that something is happening; at the same time as something else is happening.
Example
We must have been burgled while we were asleep.
why
Used in questions to ask the reason for or purpose of something.
Example
Why were you late?