Conj in Tagalog

“Conj” in Tagalog is “Pangatnig” – an abbreviation for “Conjunction,” which refers to words that connect clauses, sentences, or words together. In Tagalog grammar, pangatnig serves the same function as conjunctions in English, linking ideas and creating smooth sentence flow.

Mastering conjunctions is essential for constructing complex sentences in Tagalog. Let’s dive into the definition, synonyms, and practical examples of this important grammatical element.

[Words] = Conj

[Definition]:
– Conj /kɒndʒ/
– Noun (abbreviation): Short form of “Conjunction” – a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause.
– Grammar term: A part of speech that links words, phrases, or clauses together.

[Synonyms] = Pangatnig, Pang-ugnay, Salitang pang-ugnay, Pangkawing, Konjunsiyon.

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: In this sentence, “and” is a conjunction that connects two independent clauses.
– Ex1_PH: Sa pangungusap na ito, ang “at” ay isang pangatnig na nag-uugnay ng dalawang independiyenteng sugnay.

– Ex2_EN: The teacher explained how to use coordinating conjunctions properly.
– Ex2_PH: Ipinaliwanag ng guro kung paano gamitin nang tama ang mga pangatnig na pag-uugnay.

– Ex3_EN: Common conjunctions include “but,” “or,” “so,” and “yet.”
– Ex3_PH: Ang karaniwang pangatnig ay kinabibilangan ng “ngunit,” “o,” “kaya,” at “gayunman.”

– Ex4_EN: Students need to understand the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.
– Ex4_PH: Kailangan ng mga estudyante na maintindihan ang pagkakaiba sa pagitan ng coordinating at subordinating pangatnig.

– Ex5_EN: The conjunction “because” introduces a reason or explanation.
– Ex5_PH: Ang pangatnig na “dahil” ay nagpapakilala ng dahilan o paliwanag.