Connectors
Introduction
When we speak or write in English, we often need to join ideas together. We use connectors to do this. Connectors are words like and, but, because, and so. They help our sentences sound smoother and more natural.
In this lesson, you will learn some common connectors and how to use them. You will see them in a short conversation, practice them in exercises, and try them in your own sentences. By the end of the lesson, you will be able to connect your ideas more clearly and communicate with more confidence.
विज्ञापन
Conversations
| Cathy and Sarah are studying at the university library. | Cathy और Sarah यूनिवर्सिटी लाइब्रेरी में पढ़ रही हैं। | |
| Cathy: | I’m very busy this week because I have two books to read for my course. | मैं इस हफ़्ते बहुत बिज़ी हूँ क्योंकि मुझे अपने कोर्स के लिए दो किताबें पढ़नी हैं। |
| Sarah: | Are the books interesting? | क्या किताबें इंटरेस्टिंग हैं? |
| Cathy: | I like one book, but the other one is difficult. I want to finish the easy book first, and then I will start the difficult one. | मुझे एक किताब पसंद है, लेकिन दूसरी मुश्किल है। मैं पहले आसान किताब खत्म करना चाहती हूँ, और फिर मुश्किल किताब शुरू करूँगी। |
| Sarah: | Let me read the books when you are done. | जब तुम खत्म कर लो तो मुझे किताबें पढ़ने दो। |
| Cathy: | Sure, no problem. I have a lot to study this week. | ज़रूर, कोई प्रॉब्लम नहीं। मुझे इस हफ़्ते बहुत कुछ पढ़ना है। |
| Sarah: | Me too. I feel very busy with my classes. | मैं भी। मैं अपनी क्लास में बहुत बिज़ी महसूस कर रही हूँ। |
| Cathy: | How many courses do you have this term? | इस टर्म में तुम्हारे कितने कोर्स हैं? |
| Sarah: | I have five courses, but one course is only four weeks long. | मेरे पास पाँच कोर्स हैं, लेकिन एक कोर्स सिर्फ़ चार हफ़्ते का है। |
| Cathy: | You are busy! We can study for an hour, and after that, we can take a short break. | तुम बिज़ी हो! हम एक घंटे पढ़ सकते हैं, और उसके बाद, हम थोड़ा ब्रेक ले सकते हैं। |
| Sarah: | Good idea. It’s a busy week; however, we are learning many new things. | अच्छा आइडिया है। यह एक बिज़ी हफ़्ता है; हालाँकि, हम बहुत सी नई चीज़ें सीख रहे हैं। |
Grammar: Connectors (Linking Words)
Connectors are small words that help us join ideas. They make our speaking and writing easier to understand. Here are some common A2‑level connectors.
Adding Information
We use these words to add more ideas.
| Connector | Meaning |
|---|---|
| and | और |
| also | भी |
Giving a Reason
We use these words to explain why something happens.
| Connector | Meaning |
|---|---|
| because | क्योंकि |
Showing Contrast
We use these words to show two different or opposite ideas
| Connector | Meaning |
|---|---|
| but | लेकिन |
| however | तथापि |
Examples
| I have two books, but one is difficult. | |
| The book is long. However, it is interesting. |
Showing Time or Order
We use these words to show two different or opposite ideas.
| Connector | Meaning |
|---|---|
| then | फिर |
| after that | उसके बाद |
Examples
| I will read this book, then I will start the next one. | |
| I finish my homework. After that, I go to class. |
Showing Results
We use these words to show the effect of something.
| Connector | Meaning |
|---|---|
| so | इसलिए |
Examples
| You work hard, so you will do well. | |
| I have many courses, so I am very busy. |
Quiz
Use the connector in parentheses to join the two sentences together. Make sure to use a comma when required.
Example
Question: The cat is black. He is small. (and)
Answer: The cat is black, and he is small.
1) Cathy has two books. One is difficult. (but)
2) Sarah studies. She wants to learn more. (because)
3) They take a break. They start studying. (and after that)
4) The class is short. It is helpful. (however)
5) Cathy reads her notes. She watches videos. (and)
6) Sarah has many courses. She is very busy. (so)
7) I will read this chapter. I will take a break. (then)
