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Welcome to the lesson on '''conjunctions''' in Panjabi! Understanding conjunctions is vital as they serve as the glue that holds sentences together, allowing us to express complex thoughts clearly and cohesively. Just like in English, where we use words like "and," "but," and "or" to connect ideas, we do the same in Panjabi. This lesson will equip you with the essential tools to make your sentences more fluid and interesting.
 
In this lesson, we will:
 
* Define what conjunctions are and why they're important.
 
* Explore different types of conjunctions in Panjabi.
 
* Provide numerous examples to illustrate their usage.
 
* Engage in practical exercises to reinforce your understanding.
 
Before we dive in, let’s set the stage by understanding the two main types of conjunctions we will cover: '''coordinating conjunctions''' and '''subordinating conjunctions'''.


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== Introduction ==
=== What are Conjunctions? ===


Welcome to the lesson on conjunctions in the Panjabi language! Conjunctions are important connectors that join words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence. They play a crucial role in expressing relationships and creating cohesive and meaningful sentences. In this lesson, we will explore the various types of conjunctions in Panjabi and learn how to use them effectively. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of conjunctions and be able to apply them in your own Panjabi sentences.
Conjunctions are words that connect clauses, sentences, or words. They help us form complex ideas and relationships between different parts of a sentence.


== Types of Conjunctions ==
=== Types of Conjunctions in Panjabi ===


In Panjabi, conjunctions can be categorized into different types based on their functions. Let's take a closer look at each type:
There are two primary types of conjunctions in Panjabi:


=== Coordinating Conjunctions ===
==== Coordinating Conjunctions ====


Coordinating conjunctions are used to join words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance. They establish a relationship of coordination and equality between the elements they connect. The most common coordinating conjunctions in Panjabi are:
Coordinating conjunctions connect words or groups of words that are similar. In Panjabi, the most common coordinating conjunctions include:


* ਅਤੇ (ate) - and
* ਅਤੇ (ate) - and
* ਤੇ (te) - and, but
 
* ਪਰ (par) - but
 
* ਜਾਂ (jaan) - or
* ਜਾਂ (jaan) - or
* ਪਰ (par) - but
* ਘੱਟਾਂ ਕਿ (ghattan ki) - either...or
* ਨਾ ਕਿ (na ki) - neither...nor


Let's look at some examples:
* ਫਿਰ (phir) - then
 
==== Subordinating Conjunctions ====
 
Subordinating conjunctions connect an independent clause with a dependent clause. Some common subordinating conjunctions in Panjabi are:
 
* ਜਦੋਂ (jadoon) - when
 
* ਜੇ (je) - if
 
* ਕਿਉਂਕਿ (kiunki) - because
 
* ਤਾਂ (taan) - then
 
== Examples of Conjunctions in Sentences ==
 
To illustrate how these conjunctions work, let’s look at several examples.
 
=== Coordinating Conjunctions ===


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Panjabi !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Panjabi !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| ਮੈਨੂੰ ਮੁਰਗਿਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਮੱਛੀਆਂ ਪਸੰਦ ਹਨ। || Mainu murgiyan ate macheeyan pasand han. || I like chickens and fish.
 
| ਮੈਂ ਖਾਣਾ ਖਾ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਵੀ ਖਾ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ || maiṁ khāṇā khā rihā hāṁ ate tusīṁ vī khā rahe ho || I am eating food, and you are also eating.
 
|-
|-
| ਮੈਂ ਰੋਜ਼ ਉਠਦਾ ਹਾਂ ਤੇ ਮੇਰੇ ਵਾਲੇ ਰੋਜ਼ ਸੌਂਪ ਦਿੱਤੇ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹਨ। || Main roz utthda haan te mere wale roz saunp ditte jaande han. || I wake up every day and my clothes are handed to me.
 
| ਉਹ ਬਹੁਤ ਚੰਗਾ ਹੈ ਪਰ ਥੋੜਾ ਥੱਕਿਆ ਹੋਇਆ ਹੈ || uh bahut changā hai par thōṛā thakkiā hōiā hai || He is very good, but he is a little tired.
 
|-
|-
| ਤੂੰ ਫਰੀਦ ਜਾਂ ਗੁਰਦਾਸ ਦੇ ਕਵਿਤਾਵਾਂ ਪੜਦਾ ਹੈ? || Tūṁ Fareed jaan Gurdaas de kavitavan parhda hai? || Do you read poems by Fareed or Gurdaas?
 
| ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ ਜਾਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਨਹੀਂ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ || tuhānū chāhīdā hai jāṁ tusīṁ nahīṁ chāhuṁde || Do you want it, or do you not want it?
 
|-
|-
| ਮੈਂ ਿਹੱਥਾਂ ਨਹੀਂ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਪਰ ਤੂੰ ਜਾ ਸਕਦੀ ਹੈ। || Main ithaan nahi janda par tūn ja sakdi hai. || I'm not going there, but you can go.
 
|-
| ਮੈਂ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਾਂਗਾ ਫਿਰ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਮੇਰੇ ਨਾਲ ਆ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ || maiṁ kām karāṅgā phir tusīṁ mere nāl ā sakde ho || I will work, then you can come with me.
| ਮੈਨੂੰ ਨਾ ਕੋਈ ਪਾਸੇ ਜਾਣ ਦੀ ਖਵਾਹਿਸ਼ ਹੈ ਨਾ ਕਿ ਹੀ ਕੋਈ ਦੂਰ ਜਾਣ ਦੀ। || Mainu na koi paase jaan di khwahish hai na ki hi koi door jaan di. || I don't want to go near or far.
 
|}
|}


=== Subordinating Conjunctions ===
=== Subordinating Conjunctions ===


Subordinating conjunctions are used to join a dependent clause to an independent clause. They establish a relationship of dependence or subordination between the clauses. Some common subordinating conjunctions in Panjabi include:
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Panjabi !! Pronunciation !! English


* ਕਿ (ki) - that, whether
|-
* ਜਦੋਂ (jadoṁ) - when
* ਜਿਵੇਂ (jiveṁ) - as, like
* ਜੇ (je) - if
* ਜੇ ਕਿ (je ki) - although
* ਜਿਉਂ (jiuṁ) - as, so
* ਜਿਉਂ ਕਿ (jiuṁ ki) - since, because


Let's see some examples:
| ਜਦੋਂ ਮੈਂ ਘਰ ਪਹੁੰਚਾ, ਮੈਨੂੰ ਬਹੁਤ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਹੋਈ || jadoṁ maiṁ ghar pahuṁchā, mainū bahut khushī hō'ī || When I reached home, I was very happy.


{| class="wikitable"
! Panjabi !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
|-
| ਮੈਂ ਜਾਣਦਾ ਹਾਂ ਕਿ ਤੂੰ ਮੇਰੇ ਨਾਲ ਝੂਲਦੀ ਹੈ। || Main jaanda haan ki tūn mere naal jhuldi hai. || I know that you swing with me.
 
| ਜੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਮਾਂ ਬਚਾਉਂਦੇ ਹੋ, ਤਾਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੋਰ ਕੰਮ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ || je tusīṁ samāṁ bacāuṁde ho, tān tusīṁ hōr kām kar sakde ho || If you save time, then you can do more work.
 
|-
|-
| ਜਦੋਂ ਮੈਂ ਘਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਆਉਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ, ਮੇਰੀ ਮਾਂ ਭੰਡਾਰ ਤਿਆਰ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤੀ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ। || Jadoṁ main ghar vich aunda haan, meri maa bhandar tyaar kar ditti hundi hai. || When I come home, my mother has prepared a feast.
 
| ਉਹ ਬਹੁਤ ਸਿਆਣਾ ਹੈ ਕਿਉਂਕਿ ਉਹ ਹਰ ਰੋਜ਼ ਪੜ੍ਹਦਾ ਹੈ || uh bahut siāṇā hai kiunki uh har rōz paṛhdā hai || He is very smart because he studies every day.
 
|-
|-
| ਜਿਵੇਂ ਦੇਖੋ ਤਿਵੇਂ ਕਰੋ। || Jiveṁ dekho tiveṁ karo. || Do as you see.
 
|-
| ਜਦੋਂ ਬਾਰਿਸ਼ ਹੋਈ, ਸਾਡੇ ਪਾਸੇ ਬਹੁਤ ਪਾਣੀ ਆ ਗਿਆ || jadoṁ bārish hō'ī, sāḍe pāsē bahut pāṇī ā giā || When it rained, a lot of water came our way.
| ਜੇ ਤੂੰ ਚਾਹੇ ਤਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਤੈਨੂੰ ਮਦਦ ਕਰਾਂਗਾ। || Je tūn chāhe tān main tainūn madad karāṅgā. || If you want, I will help you.
 
|-
| ਜੇ ਕਿ ਉਸਦੇ ਪਾਸੇ ਕਾਰ ਹੈ, ਉਹ ਚਲਾਵੇਗਾ ਨਹੀਂ। || Je ki usde paase kār hai, uh chalāvegā nahi. || Although he has a car, he won't drive.
|-
| ਜਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਚਾਹੋ ਤਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ। || Jiuṁ tusī̃ chāho tiuṁ tusī̃ kar sakde ho. || As you wish, you can do it.
|}
|}


=== Correlative Conjunctions ===
== Exercises and Practice Scenarios ==
 
Now that we've covered conjunctions in detail, it's time to practice! Below are some exercises that will help you solidify your understanding.
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct conjunction from the options provided.
 
1. ਮੈਂ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ _____ ਮੈਂ ਕਿਤਾਬ ਪੜ੍ਹੀ।
 
* (ਜਦੋਂ, ਜਾਂ)
 
2. ਉਹ ਮੇਰੇ ਨਾਲ ਆਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ _____ ਉਹ ਥੱਕਿਆ ਹੈ।
 
* (ਪਰ, ਅਤੇ)
 
3. ਜੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਚਮੁਚ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ _____ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਮਿਹਨਤ ਕਰਨੀ ਪਵੇਗੀ।


Correlative conjunctions are used in pairs to join words, phrases, or clauses. They work together to express a specific relationship between the connected elements. Some common correlative conjunctions in Panjabi are:
* (ਤਾਂ, ਜੇ)


* ਜੇ...ਤਾਂ (je...tāṁ) - if...then
=== Exercise 2: Match the Sentences ===
* ਜਿਵੇਂ...ਤਿਆਂ (jiveṁ...tiāṁ) - as...so
* ਨਾ ਕਿ...ਪਰ (na ki...par) - not...but
* ਤਾਂ...ਪਰ (tāṁ...par) - so...but
* ਇਥੇ...ਉਥੇ (ithe...uthe) - here...there


Let's look at some examples:
Match the sentences from Column A with the correct conjunctions in Column B.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Panjabi !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Column A !! Column B
 
|-
|-
| ਜੇ ਤੂੰ ਪੜ੍ਹਨਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਤਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਤੈਨੂੰ ਕਿਤਾਬਾਂ ਦਵਾਉਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ। || Je tūn paṛhnā chāhundi hai, tāṁ main tainūn kitābān davāuṁdā haan. || If you want to study, then I will give you books.
 
| 1. ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ || A. ਜਦੋਂ
 
|-
|-
| ਜਿਵੇਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਬੋਲਦੇ ਹੋ, ਤਿਆਂ ਮੈਂ ਵੀ ਬੋਲਦਾ ਹਾਂ। || Jiveṁ tusī̃ boldē ho, tiāṁ main vī boldā haan. || As you speak, so do I.
 
| 2. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਾਡੇ ਨਾਲ ਆਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ || B. ਪਰ
 
|-
|-
| ਨਾ ਕਿ ਮੈਂ ਵੈਕਸੀਨ ਲੈਣਾ, ਪਰ ਮੈਂ ਮਾਸਕ ਪਹਿਨਾਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ। || Na ki main vakseen leṇā, par main māsk pahindā haan. || Not that I'm getting vaccinated, but I wear a mask.
 
| 3. ਸਾਨੂੰ ਖੇਡਣਾ ਹੈ || C. ਅਤੇ
 
|-
|-
| ਤਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਆਪਣੀ ਮਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਟੈਕਸੀ ਵਾਲੇ ਨੂੰ ਬੇਠਾਉਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ, ਪਰ ਉਥੇ ਨੀ ਹੁੰਦਾ। || Tāṁ main āpṇī mā̃ nū̃ ṭeksee vāle nū̃ beṭhāuṁdā haan, par uthe nī hunda. || So, I drop my mother with the taxi driver, but he isn't there.
 
|-
| 4. ਮੈਂ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਦੱਸਿਆ || D. ਜੇ
| ਇਥੇ ਖੜੇ ਰਹੋ, ਉਥੇ ਜਾਓ। || Ithe khaṛe raho, uthe jao. || Stay here, go there.
 
|}
|}


== Cultural Insights ==
=== Exercise 3: Create Your Sentences ===
 
Using the conjunctions provided, create your own sentences.
 
1. ਅਤੇ (ate)
 
2. ਪਰ (par)
 
3. ਜਾਂ (jaan)
 
4. ਜਦੋਂ (jadoon)
 
=== Exercise 4: Translate the Sentences ===
 
Translate the following sentences into Panjabi.
 
1. I will go to the market, and you will stay home.
 
2. He is hungry, but he doesn’t want to eat.
 
3. If it rains tomorrow, we will cancel the picnic.
 
=== Exercise 5: Sentence Combining ===
 
Combine the following sentences using appropriate conjunctions.
 
1. I like tea. I like coffee.
 
2. It is hot outside. I want to go for a walk.
 
3. She does her homework. She is tired.


Conjunctions play a significant role in Panjabi culture, particularly in the region's rich literary tradition. Panjabi literature, both ancient and contemporary, is replete with the creative and artful use of conjunctions. They are employed to evoke emotions, emphasize ideas, and add rhythm to poetry and prose. Furthermore, conjunctions are also used in Panjabi folk songs, which are an integral part of the region's cultural heritage. These songs often employ correlative conjunctions to express a range of emotions and tell stories of love, longing, and everyday life.
=== Solutions to the Exercises ===


In addition to their linguistic significance, conjunctions also reflect the Panjabi people's cultural values and identity. The use of conjunctions in daily conversations and storytelling creates a sense of unity and connectedness among Panjabi speakers. It showcases the emphasis placed on relationships, both within families and the wider community. Conjunctions serve as linguistic bridges that connect individuals, ideas, and experiences, reinforcing the importance of togetherness and harmony in Panjabi culture.
Below are the solutions to the exercises provided above.


== Practice Exercise ==
=== Exercise 1 Solutions ===


Now it's time to put your knowledge of conjunctions into practice! Complete the following exercises and apply what you've learned.
1. ਜਦੋਂ


1. Join the following pairs of words using the coordinating conjunctions provided:
2. ਪਰ


a. ਲੜਕਾ (ladka) - boy
3. ਤਾਂ
b. ਲੜਕੀ (ladki) - girl
c. ਜਾਂ (jaan) - or


2. Join the following pairs of clauses using the subordinating conjunctions provided:
=== Exercise 2 Solutions ===


a. ਮੈਂ ਸੋਚਿਆ (Main sochia) - I thought
1 - C, 2 - A, 3 - D, 4 - B
b. ਤੂੰ ਆਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ (tū̃ āuṇā chāhundi hai) - you want to come
c. ਕਿ (ki) - that


3. Complete the following sentences using the appropriate correlative conjunction:
=== Exercise 3 Example Solutions ===


a. ਜੇ (Je) - if
1. ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਵੀ ਪੀ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ।
b. ਤੇ (te) - and
c. ਤਾਂ (tāṁ) - so


== Solutions ==
2. ਉਹ ਬਹੁਤ ਚੰਗਾ ਹੈ ਪਰ ਥੋੜਾ ਥੱਕਿਆ ਹੈ।


1. Join the following pairs of words using the coordinating conjunctions provided:
3. ਮੈਂ ਸੋਚਿਆ ਕਿ ਮੈਂ ਖੇਡਾਂਗਾ ਜਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਘਰ ਰਹਾਂਗਾ।


a. ਲੜਕਾ ਜਾਂ ਲੜਕੀ (ladka jaan ladki) - boy or girl
4. ਜਦੋਂ ਮੈਂ ਸਕੂਲ ਗਿਆ, ਮੈਂ ਆਪਣੇ ਦੋਸਤਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਮਿਲਿਆ।


2. Join the following pairs of clauses using the subordinating conjunctions provided:
=== Exercise 4 Example Solutions ===


a. ਮੈਂ ਸੋਚਿਆ ਕਿ ਤੂੰ ਆਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ (Main sochia ki tū̃ āuṇā chāhundi hai) - I thought that you want to come
1. ਮੈਂ ਮਾਰਕੀਟ ਜਾਵਾਂਗਾ, ਅਤੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਘਰ ਰਹੋਗੇ।


3. Complete the following sentences using the appropriate correlative conjunction:
2. ਉਹ ਭੁੱਖਾ ਹੈ, ਪਰ ਉਹ ਖਾਣਾ ਨਹੀਂ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ।


a. ਜੇ ਤੂੰ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਤਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਤੈਨੂੰ ਮਦਦ ਕਰਾਂਗਾ (Je tū̃ chāhundi hai, tāṁ main tainūn madad karāṅgā) - If you want, then I will help you.
3. ਜੇ ਕੱਲ੍ਹ ਬਾਰਿਸ਼ ਹੋਈ, ਅਸੀਂ ਪਿਕਨਿਕ ਰੱਦ ਕਰ ਦੇਵਾਂਗੇ।


b. ਮੈਂ ਤੇਰੇ ਨਾਲ ਖੁਸ਼ ਹਾਂ ਤੇ ਤੂੰ ਤੇਰੇ ਨਾਲ ਖੁਸ਼ ਹੋ (Main tere nāl khush hāṁ te tū̃ tere nāl khush ho) - I am happy with you and you are happy with me.
=== Exercise 5 Example Solutions ===


c. ਤਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਤੈਨੂੰ ਪਿਜ਼ਜ਼ਾ ਦੇਵਾਂਗਾ ਪਰ ਤੂੰ ਕੋਕੀ ਬਣਾਵੇਗੀ (Tāṁ main tainūn pizā devāṅgā par tū̃ koki banāvegī) - So, I will give you pizza, but you will make cookies.
1. I like tea and coffee.


== Conclusion ==
2. It is hot outside, so I want to go for a walk.


Congratulations! You have successfully completed the lesson on conjunctions in Panjabi. You have learned about different types of conjunctions and how to use them to connect words, phrases, and clauses in your Panjabi sentences. Keep practicing and applying your knowledge in real-life conversations to enhance your language skills. In the next lesson, we will explore another important topic in Panjabi grammar. Happy learning!
3. She does her homework but is tired.
 
In conclusion, mastering conjunctions is a vital step in your journey to fluency in Panjabi. They not only help you connect ideas but also give your speech and writing a more sophisticated structure. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be able to express your thoughts clearly and effectively!


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Panjabi → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Conjunctions

Welcome to the lesson on conjunctions in Panjabi! Understanding conjunctions is vital as they serve as the glue that holds sentences together, allowing us to express complex thoughts clearly and cohesively. Just like in English, where we use words like "and," "but," and "or" to connect ideas, we do the same in Panjabi. This lesson will equip you with the essential tools to make your sentences more fluid and interesting.

In this lesson, we will:

  • Define what conjunctions are and why they're important.
  • Explore different types of conjunctions in Panjabi.
  • Provide numerous examples to illustrate their usage.
  • Engage in practical exercises to reinforce your understanding.

Before we dive in, let’s set the stage by understanding the two main types of conjunctions we will cover: coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions.

What are Conjunctions?[edit | edit source]

Conjunctions are words that connect clauses, sentences, or words. They help us form complex ideas and relationships between different parts of a sentence.

Types of Conjunctions in Panjabi[edit | edit source]

There are two primary types of conjunctions in Panjabi:

Coordinating Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Coordinating conjunctions connect words or groups of words that are similar. In Panjabi, the most common coordinating conjunctions include:

  • ਅਤੇ (ate) - and
  • ਪਰ (par) - but
  • ਜਾਂ (jaan) - or
  • ਫਿਰ (phir) - then

Subordinating Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Subordinating conjunctions connect an independent clause with a dependent clause. Some common subordinating conjunctions in Panjabi are:

  • ਜਦੋਂ (jadoon) - when
  • ਜੇ (je) - if
  • ਕਿਉਂਕਿ (kiunki) - because
  • ਤਾਂ (taan) - then

Examples of Conjunctions in Sentences[edit | edit source]

To illustrate how these conjunctions work, let’s look at several examples.

Coordinating Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Panjabi Pronunciation English
ਮੈਂ ਖਾਣਾ ਖਾ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਵੀ ਖਾ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ maiṁ khāṇā khā rihā hāṁ ate tusīṁ vī khā rahe ho I am eating food, and you are also eating.
ਉਹ ਬਹੁਤ ਚੰਗਾ ਹੈ ਪਰ ਥੋੜਾ ਥੱਕਿਆ ਹੋਇਆ ਹੈ uh bahut changā hai par thōṛā thakkiā hōiā hai He is very good, but he is a little tired.
ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ ਜਾਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਨਹੀਂ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ tuhānū chāhīdā hai jāṁ tusīṁ nahīṁ chāhuṁde Do you want it, or do you not want it?
ਮੈਂ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਾਂਗਾ ਫਿਰ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਮੇਰੇ ਨਾਲ ਆ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ maiṁ kām karāṅgā phir tusīṁ mere nāl ā sakde ho I will work, then you can come with me.

Subordinating Conjunctions[edit | edit source]

Panjabi Pronunciation English
ਜਦੋਂ ਮੈਂ ਘਰ ਪਹੁੰਚਾ, ਮੈਨੂੰ ਬਹੁਤ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਹੋਈ jadoṁ maiṁ ghar pahuṁchā, mainū bahut khushī hō'ī When I reached home, I was very happy.
ਜੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਮਾਂ ਬਚਾਉਂਦੇ ਹੋ, ਤਾਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੋਰ ਕੰਮ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ je tusīṁ samāṁ bacāuṁde ho, tān tusīṁ hōr kām kar sakde ho If you save time, then you can do more work.
ਉਹ ਬਹੁਤ ਸਿਆਣਾ ਹੈ ਕਿਉਂਕਿ ਉਹ ਹਰ ਰੋਜ਼ ਪੜ੍ਹਦਾ ਹੈ uh bahut siāṇā hai kiunki uh har rōz paṛhdā hai He is very smart because he studies every day.
ਜਦੋਂ ਬਾਰਿਸ਼ ਹੋਈ, ਸਾਡੇ ਪਾਸੇ ਬਹੁਤ ਪਾਣੀ ਆ ਗਿਆ jadoṁ bārish hō'ī, sāḍe pāsē bahut pāṇī ā giā When it rained, a lot of water came our way.

Exercises and Practice Scenarios[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered conjunctions in detail, it's time to practice! Below are some exercises that will help you solidify your understanding.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct conjunction from the options provided.

1. ਮੈਂ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ _____ ਮੈਂ ਕਿਤਾਬ ਪੜ੍ਹੀ।

  • (ਜਦੋਂ, ਜਾਂ)

2. ਉਹ ਮੇਰੇ ਨਾਲ ਆਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ _____ ਉਹ ਥੱਕਿਆ ਹੈ।

  • (ਪਰ, ਅਤੇ)

3. ਜੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਚਮੁਚ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ _____ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਮਿਹਨਤ ਕਰਨੀ ਪਵੇਗੀ।

  • (ਤਾਂ, ਜੇ)

Exercise 2: Match the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Match the sentences from Column A with the correct conjunctions in Column B.

Column A Column B
1. ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ A. ਜਦੋਂ
2. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਾਡੇ ਨਾਲ ਆਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ B. ਪਰ
3. ਸਾਨੂੰ ਖੇਡਣਾ ਹੈ C. ਅਤੇ
4. ਮੈਂ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਦੱਸਿਆ D. ਜੇ

Exercise 3: Create Your Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the conjunctions provided, create your own sentences.

1. ਅਤੇ (ate)

2. ਪਰ (par)

3. ਜਾਂ (jaan)

4. ਜਦੋਂ (jadoon)

Exercise 4: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Panjabi.

1. I will go to the market, and you will stay home.

2. He is hungry, but he doesn’t want to eat.

3. If it rains tomorrow, we will cancel the picnic.

Exercise 5: Sentence Combining[edit | edit source]

Combine the following sentences using appropriate conjunctions.

1. I like tea. I like coffee.

2. It is hot outside. I want to go for a walk.

3. She does her homework. She is tired.

Solutions to the Exercises[edit | edit source]

Below are the solutions to the exercises provided above.

Exercise 1 Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. ਜਦੋਂ

2. ਪਰ

3. ਤਾਂ

Exercise 2 Solutions[edit | edit source]

1 - C, 2 - A, 3 - D, 4 - B

Exercise 3 Example Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀ ਰਿਹਾ ਹਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਵੀ ਪੀ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ।

2. ਉਹ ਬਹੁਤ ਚੰਗਾ ਹੈ ਪਰ ਥੋੜਾ ਥੱਕਿਆ ਹੈ।

3. ਮੈਂ ਸੋਚਿਆ ਕਿ ਮੈਂ ਖੇਡਾਂਗਾ ਜਾਂ ਮੈਂ ਘਰ ਰਹਾਂਗਾ।

4. ਜਦੋਂ ਮੈਂ ਸਕੂਲ ਗਿਆ, ਮੈਂ ਆਪਣੇ ਦੋਸਤਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਮਿਲਿਆ।

Exercise 4 Example Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. ਮੈਂ ਮਾਰਕੀਟ ਜਾਵਾਂਗਾ, ਅਤੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਘਰ ਰਹੋਗੇ।

2. ਉਹ ਭੁੱਖਾ ਹੈ, ਪਰ ਉਹ ਖਾਣਾ ਨਹੀਂ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ।

3. ਜੇ ਕੱਲ੍ਹ ਬਾਰਿਸ਼ ਹੋਈ, ਅਸੀਂ ਪਿਕਨਿਕ ਰੱਦ ਕਰ ਦੇਵਾਂਗੇ।

Exercise 5 Example Solutions[edit | edit source]

1. I like tea and coffee.

2. It is hot outside, so I want to go for a walk.

3. She does her homework but is tired.

In conclusion, mastering conjunctions is a vital step in your journey to fluency in Panjabi. They not only help you connect ideas but also give your speech and writing a more sophisticated structure. Keep practicing, and soon you'll be able to express your thoughts clearly and effectively!

Table of Contents - Panjabi Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Panjabi Script


Basic Words and Phrases


Basic Sentence Structure


Everyday Vocabulary


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Questions and Negation


Panjabi Customs and Traditions


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Panjabi Literature and Media


Health and Emergencies


Expressing Opinions and Emotions


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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