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Types of Conjunctions in Polish

Polish conjunctions (spójniki) are divided into two main categories:

1. Coordinating conjunctions (spójniki współrzędne)
2. Subordinating conjunctions (spójniki podrzędne)

Coordinating Conjunctions

These connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance:

• i (and)
• ale (but)
• lub / albo (or)
• oraz (and, as well as)
• więc (so, therefore)

Subordinating Conjunctions

These introduce dependent clauses:

• że (that)
• aby / żeby (in order to)
• jeśli / jeżeli (if)
• ponieważ (because)
• kiedy (when)

Usage and Grammar

• Polish conjunctions do not change form based on case or gender.
• Some conjunctions can change the aspect of the verb in the clause they introduce.
• Certain conjunctions require specific verb moods, such as the conditional or subjunctive.

Common Mistakes

• Non-native speakers often confuse i (and) with a (and, but), which is used to contrast or compare.
• The conjunction że is frequently overused in translations from English, where Polish would use a different construction.