Using Conjunctions: 'и', 'а', 'или'
Conjunctions are like connecting words that join words, phrases, or clauses. Three essential ones are:
- и: Simply means "and," connecting similar things. (e.g., Ја и ти - I and you. Читам и пишем - I read and write.)
- а: Primarily means "but" when showing a contrast, or can also mean "and" to connect related but slightly different ideas. (e.g., Он је учитељ, а она је студенткиња - He is a teacher, but she is a student. Ја идем, а ти остајеш - I am going, and you are staying.)
- или: Means "or," offering an alternative. (e.g., Кафа или чај? - Coffee or tea? Хоћете ли доћи или остати код куће? - Will you come or stay at home?)