In the world of grammar, FANBOYS is a popular mnemonic device used to remember the seven coordinating conjunctions.
These are the words used to connect words, phrases, or—most importantly—two independent clauses (complete sentences) together.
The Breakdown
| Letter | Conjunction | Function |
| F | For | Explains a reason or purpose (similar to because). |
| A | And | Adds one thing to another. |
| N | Nor | Presents a second negative idea. |
| B | But | Shows contrast or exception. |
| O | Or | Presents an alternative or choice. |
| Y | Yet | Shows a contrast (similar to but). |
| S | So | Indicates a result or consequence. |