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Conjunctions

Conjunctions are a type of connecting word. They are often used to indicate how words or phrases relate to each other.

Using 'Ni'

How to use the Spanish conjunction 'ni,' which is often the equivalent of the English conjunction 'nor.'

How To Use 'Pero' and 'Sino'

Learn the differences between the Spanish prepositions 'pero' and 'sino,' both of which can be translated as 'but.'

The Conjunction 'O'

An explanation of how to use the Spanish conjunction 'o,' which usually means 'or.'

Using 'Y'

Although the Spanish word y typically means "and," it is sometimes used in ways differently than the English word.

Subordinating Phrases of Time

Spanish has numerous phrases that are used to explain when events take place. Often, these phrases act like subordinating conjunctions.

Using 'Como'

How to use the Spanish word 'como.'

Changing 'O' and 'Y' before Certain Sounds

Two of the most common conjunctions — y (meaning "and") and o (meaning "or") — can change spelling and pronunciation based on the word that follows.

Phrases Meaning "Unless"

Spanish phrases that can be used for "unless," with sample sentences.

Singular Nouns Joined by 'O'

When two singular nouns are joined by the conjunction o, they can be treated as either a singular or plural unit, depending on the context.

Using "Según"

Según is usually used as a preposition meaning "according to." However, sometimes it is used as a conjunction with a similar meaning.

'Si' Clauses - Conditional Sentences

In Spanish, which verb tense and mood to use following si (the word for "if") depends on the likelihood of the condition happening.

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