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Introduction

In this lesson, we will explore Ukrainian conjunctions, which are words used to connect phrases, clauses, or sentences. Conjunctions play a crucial role in forming coherent and meaningful sentences. By understanding and using conjunctions correctly, you will be able to express more complex thoughts and ideas in Ukrainian.

Conjunctions in Ukrainian

Conjunctions in Ukrainian serve the same purpose as in English, but they may have different forms and usage. They are used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences to show relationships between them. Some common conjunctions in Ukrainian include 'і' (and), 'але' (but), 'або' (or), and 'тому що' (because). Let's take a closer look at each of these conjunctions and their usage.

'І' (And)

The conjunction 'і' is used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or related in meaning. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'and'. Here are a few examples:

Ukrainian	Pronunciation	English
Мама і тато	Máma i táto	Mom and dad
Вона говорить і пише	Vóna hovóryt' i pyše	She speaks and writes
Україна і Польща	Ukraїna i Pól'shcha	Ukraine and Poland

'Але' (But)

The conjunction 'але' is used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that express contrast or opposition. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'but'. Here are a few examples:

Ukrainian	Pronunciation	English
Я люблю футбол, але не граю	Ya lyublyu fútbol, ále ne hráyu	I love football, but I don't play
Вона розумна, але лінива	Vóna rozúmna, ále línyva	She is smart, but lazy
Сонце сяє, але вітер дме	Sónce syáye, ále vítér dme	The sun is shining, but the wind is blowing

'Або' (Or)

The conjunction 'або' is used to present alternative choices or options. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'or'. Here are a few examples:

Ukrainian	Pronunciation	English
Чай або кава?	Cháy ábo káva?	Tea or coffee?
Якщо не сьогодні, то завтра або післязавтра	Yakshcho ne s'ogodní, to závtra ábo písl'yazávtra	If not today, then tomorrow or the day after tomorrow
Вибери книгу або фільм	Vyberí knýhu ábo fílm	Choose a book or a movie

'Тому що' (Because)

The conjunction 'тому що' is used to introduce a reason or cause. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'because'. Here are a few examples:

Ukrainian	Pronunciation	English
Я йду додому, тому що втомився	Ya ídu dodómu, tómu shcho vtomývsya	I am going home because I am tired
Вона не прийшла на зустріч, тому що захворіла	Vóna ne prýyshla na zustrích, tómu shcho zakhvoríla	She didn't come to the meeting because she got sick
Ми вчимо українську, тому що хочемо подорожувати по Україні	My vchýmo ukraїnśku, tómu shcho hóchemo podrózhuváty po Ukraїní	We are learning Ukrainian because we want to travel around Ukraine

Practice Exercise

Now it's time to practice using conjunctions in sentences. Complete the following sentences by choosing the appropriate conjunction: 'і' (and), 'але' (but), 'або' (or), or 'тому що' (because).

1. Вона любить читати, __ писати. 2. Я хочу піти в кіно, __ немаю часу. 3. Хочеш чай, __ каву? 4. Я не йду на вечірку, __ не почуваюся добре. 5. Я знаю цю історію, __ чув її від свого друга. 6. Він брат мого друга, __ не знаємо один одного. 7. Я забув ключі вдома, __ повернувся назад. 8. Вона закрила вікно, __ вибачилася.

Summary

In this lesson, we have explored Ukrainian conjunctions, including 'і' (and), 'але' (but), 'або' (or), and 'тому що' (because). We have learned their usage and seen examples of how they are used in sentences. By practicing using conjunctions, you will become more proficient in constructing meaningful and cohesive sentences in Ukrainian.

Keep practicing and incorporating conjunctions into your conversations, and you will soon notice an improvement in your language skills.

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Ukrainian Traditions and Holidays

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Ukrainian conjunctions І, Й, ТА (AND)/ What is the difference and ...

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-As a Ukrainian language teacher, I am often asked about the importance of conjunctions in Ukrainian grammar. Well, conjunctions play a vital role in creating meaningful and engaging sentences. In this lesson, we will learn about Ukrainian conjunctions, their usage, and their role in making the language more expressive. So, let's dive in and explore the world of Ukrainian conjunctions!
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will explore Ukrainian conjunctions, which are words used to connect phrases, clauses, or sentences. Conjunctions play a crucial role in forming coherent and meaningful sentences. By understanding and using conjunctions correctly, you will be able to express more complex thoughts and ideas in Ukrainian.
-<span link>Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: [[Language/Ukrainian/Grammar/Present-tense-Irregular-verbs|Present tense Irregular verbs]] & [[Language/Ukrainian/Grammar/Plural-Nouns|Plural Nouns]].</span>
+== Conjunctions in Ukrainian ==
-== What are Conjunctions? ==
-Conjunctions are words that are used to join words, phrases, or clauses. They help us connect ideas and form cohesive sentences. In Ukrainian, we have different types of conjunctions that we use in our daily conversations and writing. Each conjunction has its own unique usage and contribution towards building effective communication.
+Conjunctions in Ukrainian serve the same purpose as in English, but they may have different forms and usage. They are used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences to show relationships between them. Some common conjunctions in Ukrainian include 'і' (and), 'але' (but), 'або' (or), and 'тому що' (because). Let's take a closer look at each of these conjunctions and their usage.
-Below are some of the most commonly used conjunctions in Ukrainian:
+=== 'І' (And) ===
-* і (and)
+The conjunction 'і' is used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or related in meaning. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'and'. Here are a few examples:
-* а (but)
-* але (however)
-* або (or)
-* бо (because)
-If you want to improve your Ukrainian language skills, you need to learn how to use these conjunctions correctly.
-=== і (and) ===
-In Ukrainian, "і" is one of the most frequently used conjunctions. It is used to join words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or related to each other. "І" is similar to the English conjunction "and", and it plays a similar role in sentences.
-Examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Ukrainian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Я люблю читати книжки і дивитися фільми || Ya lyublyu chytaty knyžky i dyvytysya filʹmy || I like to read books and watch movies
+| Мама і тато || Máma i táto || Mom and dad
 |-
-| Ми були на морі і в горах || My buly na mori i v horakh || We went to the seaside and to the mountains
+| Вона говорить і пише || Vóna hovóryt' i pyše || She speaks and writes
 |-
-| Ти гітарист і співаєш || Ty hitaryst i spivayesh || You are a guitarist and a singer
+| Україна і Польща || Ukraїna i Pól'shcha || Ukraine and Poland
 |}
-=== а (but) ===
+=== 'Але' (But) ===
-In Ukrainian, "а" is used to join sentences or clauses that express the opposite or contradictory ideas to each other. It is equivalent to the English conjunction "but".
-Examples:
+The conjunction 'але' is used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that express contrast or opposition. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'but'. Here are a few examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Ukrainian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Я люблю сонце, але не люблю спеку || Ya lyublyu sontse, ale ne lyublyu speku || I like the sun, but I don't like the heat
+| Я люблю футбол, але не граю || Ya lyublyu fútbol, ále ne hráyu || I love football, but I don't play
 |-
-| Вона хоче відпочити, але не має вільного часу || Vona khochetʹ vidpochyty, ale ne maye vilʹnoho chasu || She wants to rest, but she doesn't have free time
+| Вона розумна, але лінива || Vóna rozúmna, ále línyva || She is smart, but lazy
 |-
-| Я хочу сходити на виставку, але я зайнятий цілий день || Ya khochu skhodyty na vystavku, ale ya zaynyatyy tsilyy denʹ || I want to go to the exhibition, but I am busy all day
+| Сонце сяє, але вітер дме || Sónce syáye, ále vítér dme || The sun is shining, but the wind is blowing
 |}
-=== але (however) ===
+=== 'Або' (Or) ===
-In Ukrainian, "але" is also used to join sentences or clauses that express the opposite or contradictory ideas to each other, just like "а" ("but"). However, "але" gives a more emphatic meaning to the sentence and can be translated as "however".
-Examples:
+The conjunction 'або' is used to present alternative choices or options. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'or'. Here are a few examples:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Ukrainian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Вона хоче купити новий автомобіль, але не може дозволити собі дорогу модель || Vona khochetʹ kupyty novyy avtomobilʹ, ale ne mozhe dozvolity sobi dorohu modelʹ || She wants to buy a new car, however, she cannot afford an expensive model
+| Чай або кава? || Cháy ábo káva? || Tea or coffee?
 |-
-| Я хочу подорожувати, але не люблю літати || Ya khochu podorozhuvaty, ale ne lyublyu lityaty || I want to travel, however, I don't like flying
+| Якщо не сьогодні, то завтра або післязавтра || Yakshcho ne s'ogodní, to závtra ábo písl'yazávtra || If not today, then tomorrow or the day after tomorrow
 |-
-| Він дуже розумний, але не завжди правий || Vin duzhe rozumnyy, ale ne zavzhdy pravyy || He is very smart, however, he is not always right
+| Вибери книгу або фільм || Vyberí knýhu ábo fílm || Choose a book or a movie
 |}
-=== або (or) ===
+=== 'Тому що' (Because) ===
-In Ukrainian, "або" is used to join words, phrases, or clauses, giving a choice between two options. It is equivalent to the English conjunction "or".
+The conjunction 'тому що' is used to introduce a reason or cause. It is the equivalent of the English conjunction 'because'. Here are a few examples:
-Examples:
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 ! Ukrainian !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Ти можеш зателефонувати мені або написати повідомлення || Ty mozhesh zatelefonuvaty meni abo napisaty povіdomlennya || You can call me or send a message
+| Я йду додому, тому що втомився || Ya ídu dodómu, tómu shcho vtomývsya || I am going home because I am tired
 |-
-| Я піду до кіно, або до театру || Ya pidu do kino, abo do teatru || I will go to the cinema or to the theater
+| Вона не прийшла на зустріч, тому що захворіла || Vóna ne prýyshla na zustrích, tómu shcho zakhvoríla || She didn't come to the meeting because she got sick
 |-
-| Ви можете взяти книгу з бібліотеки або купити її в магазині || Vy mozhete vzyaty knyhu z biblioteky abo kupyty yi v magazyni || You can borrow a book from the library or buy it at the store
+| Ми вчимо українську, тому що хочемо подорожувати по Україні || My vchýmo ukraїnśku, tómu shcho hóchemo podrózhuváty po Ukraїní || We are learning Ukrainian because we want to travel around Ukraine
 |}
-=== бо (because) ===
+== Practice Exercise ==
-In Ukrainian, "бо" is a subordinating conjunction used to express the reason for an action or an event. It is equivalent to the English conjunction "because".
+Now it's time to practice using conjunctions in sentences. Complete the following sentences by choosing the appropriate conjunction: 'і' (and), 'але' (but), 'або' (or), or 'тому що' (because).
-Examples:
+. Вона любить читати, __ писати.
+. Я хочу піти в кіно, __ немаю часу.
+. Хочеш чай, __ каву?
+. Я не йду на вечірку, __ не почуваюся добре.
+. Я знаю цю історію, __ чув її від свого друга.
+. Він брат мого друга, __ не знаємо один одного.
+. Я забув ключі вдома, __ повернувся назад.
+. Вона закрила вікно, __ вибачилася.
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+== Summary ==
-! Ukrainian !! Pronunciation !! English
-|-
-| Я не піду на концерт, бо я хворий || Ya ne pidu na kontsert, bo ya khvoryy || I will not go to the concert because I am sick
-|-
-| Вона зізналася в своїй помилці, бо розуміла, що не мала права || Vona ziznalasya v svoїy pomyltsi, bo rozumila, shcho ne mala prava || She admitted her mistake because she realized she had no right
-|-
-| Він засмітився бо чув дотепний жарт || Vin zasmіvivsya bo chuv dotëpnyy zhart || He laughed because he heard a funny joke
-|}
-Now that we have looked at each conjunction separately, let's examine them in context with some examples.
-== Examples ==
+In this lesson, we have explored Ukrainian conjunctions, including 'і' (and), 'але' (but), 'або' (or), and 'тому що' (because). We have learned their usage and seen examples of how they are used in sentences. By practicing using conjunctions, you will become more proficient in constructing meaningful and cohesive sentences in Ukrainian.
-Now let's look at some examples. Try to read them aloud and translate them into English to get a better understanding of conjunctions in Ukrainian.
+Keep practicing and incorporating conjunctions into your conversations, and you will soon notice an improvement in your language skills.
-* Ми повинні купити продукти і приготувати вечерю. (We need to buy groceries and cook dinner.)
-* Ти можеш піти до кіно або почитати книгу вдома. (You can go to the cinema or read a book at home.)
-* Вона мандрує часто, але ніколи не хотіла покінчити свої навчання. (She travels a lot, however, she never wanted to finish her studies.)
-* Якась людина телефонувала, але не сказала свого імені. (Someone called, but did not say their name.)
-* Тобі слід приїхати на зустріч, бо нам є, що обговорити. (You should come to the meeting, because we have something to discuss.)
-Practice using conjunctions in your own sentences and conversations, and soon you will be able to express your ideas and thoughts more convincingly in Ukrainian.
-== Conclusion ==
-Conjunctions are a crucial part of Ukrainian grammar. They help create meaningful and complete sentences and show the relationship between different ideas. In this lesson, we have learned about the most commonly used conjunctions in Ukrainian, including "і", "а", "але", "або", and "
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+==Sources==
+* [https://www.lingq.com/en/grammar-resource/ukrainian/conjunction/ The LingQ Ukrainian Grammar Guide - Conjunction]
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ukrainian_grammar Ukrainian grammar - Wikipedia]
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-* [https://www.lingq.com/en/grammar-resource/ukrainian/conjunction/ The LingQ Ukrainian Grammar Guide - Conjunction]
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ukrainian_grammar Ukrainian grammar - Wikipedia]
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