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Correlative
conjunctions
Brief Overview
Correlative conjunctions are kind of a pairs
of words that connect similar elements in
sentences, showcasing relationships, choices,
or comparisons. They operate differently
from single-word conjunctions like "and" or
"but."
 EXAMPLES
BOTH - AND EITHER - OR
Shows inclusion or Presents a choice between
addition of elements. alternatives. Example: "You
Example: "Both Sarah and can either go to the beach
Tom enjoy hiking." or stay home."
NEITHER - NOR
Indicates exclusion of options.
Example: "Neither the cat
nor the dog wants to go
outside."

NOT ONLY – BUT WHETHER - OR AS - AS

ALSO
Emphasizes qualities or adds
information. Example:
“Ma’am Emma is not only
smart but also very kind."
Indicates similarities of
Shows alternative
possibilities. Example : equality. Example : He is
I don’t know whether to as tall as His brother
choose pasta or pizza.
 in addition
correlative conjunctions serve as invaluable
tools in language, aiding in crafting
sentences that emphasize relationships,
present choices, showcase comparisons,
and highlight immediate sequences. Their
Utilization significantly enhances the clarity of
expression in both written compositions and
verbal communications
 FUNCTIONS

EMPHASIZING EXPRESSING
RELATIONSHIPS
Highlights specific Demonstrates the
elements in a relationship between
sentence for ideas or elements
reinforcement. Emphasizing helps
Connecting Choices: to highlight important
Presents options stuff in sentences,
clearly for decision- making them stand
making. out more.
 STRUCTURAL IMPORTANCE IMPACT IN COMMUNICATION

Contributes to Enhances
sentence communication by
structure by enabling precise
linking similar expression,
elements in a particularly when
balanced emphasizing
manner, ensuring specific elements
clarity and or presenting
coherence. alternatives.
 USAGE IN WRITING SPEECH

Utilized in various forms of

communication such as essays,
speeches, and everyday
conversation for effective
conveyance of relationships and
choices.
IMPORTANCE OF UNDERSTANDING

Understanding correlative conjunctions

significantly improves sentence structure and
clarity in writing and speaking, enabling
precision and coherence in expression.
 QUIZ TIME
WRITE IT IN YOUR
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Question 1: What do correlative conjunctions connect in sentences

Question 2: Are correlative conjunctions single words or pairs of

words?
Question 3: Do correlative conjunctions like "either...or" show
choices or additions?

Question 4: Can you give an example of a correlative conjunction

emphasizing inclusion?

Question 5: What do "neither...nor" correlative conjunctions

indicate?
6: Which correlative conjunction shows comparison for equality or similarity? Answer 6: "As...as." For example, "She is as tall as her brother."
Question 7: What do correlative conjunctions like "not only...but also" do in a sentence? Answer 7: Emphasize qualities or add information. Questio
8: Do correlative conjunctions help in presenting choices or hiding options? Answer 8: Presenting choices. Question 9: Do correlative conjunctions
make sentences clear or confusing? Answer 9: Clear. Question 10: Why is understanding correlative conjunctions important in writing and speaking
6: Which correlative conjunction shows comparison for equality or
similarity?

Question 7: What do correlative conjunctions like "not only...but

also" do in a sentence?
Question 8: Do correlative conjunctions help in presenting choices
or hiding options?

Question 9: Do correlative conjunctions make sentences clear or

confusing?

Question 10: Why is understanding correlative conjunctions

important in writing and speaking?
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