* Types of Conjunctions: Conjunctions are categorized into different types, each with its own purpose:
* Coordinating conjunctions: These connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal grammatical rank. There are only seven: *for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so*.
* Subordinating conjunctions: These connect a dependent clause to an independent clause. There are many, including *because, although, since, while, if, unless, until*.
* Correlative conjunctions: These come in pairs and connect words or phrases of equal grammatical rank. Examples include *both...and, either...or, neither...nor*.
* New Conjunctions: The English language is constantly evolving. New words and phrases can become used as conjunctions over time.
So, rather than a specific number, it's better to understand that there are a core set of conjunctions, and that new ones can emerge as the language develops.