Using Conjunctions: 'a', 'i', 'alebo'
Conjunctions are like connecting words that join words, phrases, or clauses. Three essential ones are:
- a: Primarily means "but" when showing a contrast, or can also mean "and" to connect related but slightly different ideas. (e.g., On je učiteľ, a ona je študentka - He is a teacher, but she is a student. Ja idem, a ty ostávaš - I am going, and you are staying.)
- i: Simply means "and," connecting similar things. (e.g., Ja i ty - I and you. Čítam i píšem - I read and write.)
- alebo: Means "or," offering an alternative. (e.g., Káva alebo čaj? - Coffee or tea? Prídete alebo ostanete doma? - Will you come or stay at home?)