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What is the difference between a conjunction and connective?

While "conjunction" and "connective" are often used interchangeably, there's a subtle difference between them:

Conjunctions are a specific type of connective.

Connectives is a broader term that encompasses any word or phrase that connects words, phrases, or clauses. This includes:

* Conjunctions: These are specific words that join words, phrases, or clauses. They are usually categorized as coordinating, subordinating, or correlative conjunctions. Examples include: *and, but, or, because, since, although, both...and, either...or*.

* Prepositions: These words show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in the sentence. Examples include: *on, in, at, to, from, with, by*.

* Transitional words and phrases: These words and phrases connect ideas and provide smooth transitions between sentences and paragraphs. Examples include: *however, therefore, in addition, for example, on the other hand*.

In essence:

* All conjunctions are connectives, but not all connectives are conjunctions.

* Conjunctions are a specific type of word that connects words, phrases, or clauses, while connectives are a broader category that includes other types of words and phrases that connect elements of a sentence.

Think of it like this:

* Connectives are the umbrella term for all words and phrases that connect things.

* Conjunctions are a specific type of umbrella that only includes certain types of words.

Understanding this distinction can help you analyze sentences and use language more precisely.

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