Linking Words: Coordinating and Subordinating Linking words refers to the way we combine different clauses and phrases to create a complete and meaningful se...
Linking words refers to the way we combine different clauses and phrases to create a complete and meaningful sentence. There are two main types of linking words: coordinating and subordinating.
Coordinating words join two or more clauses with the same grammatical function, like coordinating activities. They are commonly used to connect nouns, verbs, and adjectives.
Subordinating words introduce a dependent clause that provides more information or details about the main clause. They usually come before the main clause and are connected by a coordinating conjunction (and, or, but, for).
Remember:
Coordinating words connect equal grammatical roles, like both and each.
Subordinating words connect dependent clauses to the main clause.
Both types of linking words are essential for constructing complex and well-written sentences.
Practice:
Identify the linking word in each sentence.
Determine if it is a coordinating or subordinating word.
Use the correct word to connect the clauses or phrases in the sentences