Here are six common coordinating conjunctions, often remembered by the acronym FANBOYS:
* For
* And
* Nor
* But
* Or
* Yet
Examples:
* For: I went to the store, for I needed milk.
* And: She loves to sing and dance.
* Nor: He didn't go to the party, nor did he call to apologize.
* But: I wanted to stay, but I had to leave.
* Or: You can go to the movies or stay home and watch TV.
* Yet: She was tired, yet she continued working.