Using Conjunctions: 'ë', 'a', 'abò'
Conjunctions are like connecting words that join words, phrases, or clauses. Three essential ones are:
- ë: Simply means "and," connecting similar things. (e.g., Jô ë të - I and you. Czëtóm ë piszę - I read and write.)
- a: Primarily means "but" when showing a contrast, or can also mean "and" to connect related but slightly different ideas. (e.g., Òn je ùczëcel, a òna je sztudéntka - He is a teacher, but she is a student. Jô jidã, a të òstajesz - I am going, and you are staying.)
- abò: Means "or," offering an alternative. (e.g., Kawa abò téj? - Coffee or tea? Przëńdzece abò òstanace doma? - Will you come or stay at home?)