Conjunções in Portuguese grammar are essential in connecting words, phrases, and clauses. They help create more complex and meaningful sentences by expressing relationships between different ideas. There are two main types of conjunções in Portuguese: coordinating conjunctions (conjunções coordenativas) and subordinating conjunctions (conjunções subordinativas). Coordinating conjunctions link words or clauses of equal value, while subordinating conjunctions indicate a relationship of dependence between clauses. Mastering the use of conjunções will greatly enhance your Portuguese language skills and overall fluency.
Exercise 1: Coordinating Conjunctions
Maria is going to the market *mas* (but) she will be back soon.
Do you prefer coffee *ou* (or) tea?
The movie was interesting *porém* (however) the ending was disappointing.
He wants to visit Brazil *nem* (nor) Argentina this year.
Exercise 2: Subordinating Conjunctions
She went on a trip *porque* (because) she needed a break.
I will study hard *para que* (so that) I can pass the exam.
It’s raining, *embora* (although) it was sunny earlier.
*Quando* (When) I went to Lisbon, I liked it very much.
I’ll take my umbrella *caso* (in case) it rains.
