CORRELATIVE CONJUNCTIONS:

Correlative conjunctions are pairs of words used to connect similar sentence elements. They work in tandem to join words, phrases, or clauses with equal importance. These pairs include both…and, either…or, neither…nor, not only…but also, and whether…or.

Examples:

(1) Both…and: used to show that two things are true or that two things should be considered together. Example: Both my sister and my brother enjoy playing the piano.

(2 )Either…or: used to show a choice between two things. Example: You can either go to the beach or go to the park.

(3) Neither…nor: used to indicate that both options are negative. Example: Neither the teacher nor the students were happy with the test results.

(3) Not only…but also: used to add emphasis to two related ideas or to show that two things are true. Example: Not only did she win the competition, but she also broke the record.

(4) Whether…or: used to show a choice between two options or alternatives. Example: I am not sure whether to take the job or wait for a better opportunity.

(5) As…as: used to show an equal comparison between two things. Example: She is as intelligent as she is beautiful.

(6) Such…that: used to indicate a result or consequence. Example: The rain was so heavy that we had to cancel the picnic.

(7) No sooner…than: used to show that one thing happened immediately after another. Example: No sooner had she finished her homework than she started watching TV.

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