Conjunctions are important no matter what language you want to learn. In the case of Nepali conjunctions, you’ll find the words easy to remember since they’re not terribly long, and their meanings are simple. You’ll also find that you can use the same conjunctions to make different types of sentences and that there is more than just one type of conjunction.
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What Are Nepali Conjunctions?
In Nepali, संयोजक or Sanyojak is the word used for conjunction. It is known as that word that helps two words or two clauses meet.
Here is an example: I will go later because there is traffic now. In this sentence “because” is the conjunction. In Nepali, Ma pachi jānchu kinaki ahilē ṭrāphika cha (म पछि जान्छु किनकि अहिले ट्राफिक छ) the word kinaki (किनकि) is the conjunction.
In Nepali there are coordinating and subordinating conjunctions. Both are used often in daily language, so let’s learn about each of them separately:
Coordinating Conjunctions In Nepali
- and – र (ra)
- so – त्यसैले (yasaile)
- but – तर (tara)
- for – लागि (lagi)
- yet – अझै (ajhai)
- or – वा (vā)
- nor – वा (vā)
If two pieces of information or clauses can stay separate, they are called independent clauses, meaning they can stand alone. Then, you can add a word that joins these two clauses, and THAT word will be the coordinating conjunction.
Examples Of Coordinating Conjunctions In Nepali
- Rama went shopping. – राम किनमेल गर्न गए। Rama kinamela gana gaye.
- Lakshmi went shopping. लक्ष्मी किनमेल गर्न गइन् । Lakshmi kinamela gana gain.
- Rama and Lakshmi went shopping. राम र लक्ष्मी किनमेल गर्न गए । Rama ra Lakshmi kinamela gana gaye.
Subordinating Conjunctions In Nepali
- unless – जबसम्म (jabasamma)
- although – पनि (pani)
- because – किनभने (kinabhane)
- since – पछि (pachi)
Subordinating conjunctions are similar to coordinating conjunctions, except they help link dependent sentences. When a second sentence is dependent on the first sentence it is called a dependent clause.
Examples Of Subordinating Conjunctions In Nepali
- Aditi went shopping. अदिति किनमेल गर्न गइन् । Aditi kinamela karna gain.
- It was raining. पानी परिरहेको थियो । Pani pariraheko thiyo.
- Aditi went shopping although it was raining. अदिति पानी परे पनि किनमेल गर्न गइन् । Aditi paani pare pani kinamela garna gain.
Other Nepali Conjunctions
There are two other types of Nepali conjunctions: correlative conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs. WAIT! Before you start getting dizzy with all these terms – let’s simplify!
Correlative Conjunctions In Nepali
They are a pair of conjunctions that go together. They are either/or, both/and, not only/but also and as/as.
Example in a sentence:
- Either we go to the cinema, or we go to the beach.
- या त हामी सिनेमा जान्छौं, वा हामी समुद्र तटमा जान्छौं।
- Ya ta hami sinema janchaum, va hami samudra tatama janchaum.
Conjunctive Adverbs In Nepali
They are the words that join two or more independent clauses showing how an idea grows across the sentence. Let’s look at an example to help.
- The cookies look delicious, however I am trying to lose weight.
- कुकीहरू स्वादिष्ट देखिन्छन्, यद्यपि म तौल घटाउने प्रयास गर्दैछु।
- Kukiharu svadista dekhinchan, yadyapi ma taula ghataune prayasa gardaichu.
How Do You Say Conjunction In Nepali?
A conjunction in Nepali is called संयोजक (sanyojak). Quick breakdown:
- सं = saṃ or san
- यो = yo
- ज = ja
- क = ka
Nepali conjunctions are नेपाली संयोजकहरू (nepali sanyojakharu).
A List Of Nepali Conjunctions
| English | Nepali | Pronunciation | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|
| After | पछि | Pachi | |
| As | जस्तै | Jastai | |
| As if | मानौँ | Manaum | |
| As soon as | जति सक्दो चाँडो | Jati sakdo camdo | |
| As long as | जब सम्म | Jaba samma | |
| Even | पनि | Pani | |
| Even though | यद्यपि | Yadyapi | |
| Now | अहिले | Ahile | |
| Since | देखि | Dekhi | |
| Provided that | भनेर प्रदान | Bhanera pradhana | |
| Supposing | अनुमान गर्दै | Anumana gardai | |
| Than | भन्दा | Bhanda | |
| Whenever | जहिले पनि | Jahile pani | |
| Whereas | जबकि | Jabaki | |
| Whoever | जो कोही | Jo kohi | |
| Why | किन | Kina |
Tips For Mastering Nepali Conjunctions
Ready to make your Nepali sentences flow like a native speaker? Follow these easy tips for beginners!
- Practice Nepali conjunctions with short everyday sentences. In the beginning, focus on the most common Nepali vocabulary, so you don’t overwhelm yourself.
- Remember that conjunctions never change from, even when the verbs or subjects change.
- Try using one conjunction a day and make a few example sentences with it.
- Get used to the Nepali script because it will make reading and recognizing conjunctions in texts easier. Use Ling app’s finger tracking feature to practice writing.
- Listen to how conjunctions sound in real sentences to get used to natural word flow. Ling also has native speaker audio with accurate pronunciation!
FAQs: Nepali Conjunctions
What Is A Conjunction In Nepali Grammar?
In Nepali grammar, a conjunction is a word that joins words, phrases, or sentences together to show a clear connection between ideas.
What Are Some Common Nepali Conjunctions?
Some common Nepali conjunctions include र ra (and), तर tara (but), वा wā (or), किनभने kinabhane (because), and अनि ani (then).
Do Nepali Conjunctions Change Form?
No, Nepali conjunctions stay the same and don’t change based on tense or number.
Main Takeaways For Nepali Conjunctions
To sum up: Nepali conjunctions are small but useful words that connect words and sentences. They keep your speaking and writing flow natural and make your sentences easier to understand.
The most important thing to remember is that there are two types of conjunctions. Coordinating ones join equal ideas, like two sentences or words that stand on their own, and subordinating ones link the main idea with extra information.
Nepali might not be the easiest language out there, but knowing the basics of Nepali grammar like conjunctions will help you learn faster and speak more confidently.
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