There are 13 conjunctions that start with E, running alphabetically from “Each time” to “Except that”. Some are single words, some are short phrases, and one is a paired set. Together they help you show time, contrast, choice, and exceptions, whether you are writing an essay, telling a story, or just talking with friends.

Conjunctions are words or phrases that join clauses, ideas, or sentences so they work together as one thought. Some of them are very old. “Ere” is a good example, and it appears in the well-known palindrome “Able was I ere I saw Elba.”

Below you’ll find the table with the conjunction, its definition, an example of usage, and a short description.

Conjunction: the word or phrase itself, listed alphabetically so you can quickly find the one you need and compare it with similar options.

Definition: a short, plain-English meaning that tells you what the conjunction does, so you can decide whether it fits the idea you want to express.

Example Usage: a complete sentence showing the conjunction in action, so you can see where it sits and copy the pattern in your own writing.

Description: a brief note on how the conjunction works, including its tone, typical use, and how it differs from similar words, to help you choose well.

Conjunctions

ConjunctionDefinitionExample Usage
Each timeIntroduces a clause describing something that repeats on every occasionEach time I visit, she makes tea.
Either…orPresents two alternatives, one of which can be chosenYou can have either soup or salad.
EreBefore (archaic or poetic)Ere the sun rose, the soldiers were ready.
Even asAt the very same moment that; just whileEven as she spoke, the lights went out.
Even ifRegardless of whether; no matter if a condition is trueI’ll go even if it rains.
Even soIn spite of that; neverthelessThe test was hard. Even so, she passed.
Even thoughDespite the fact thatEven though he was tired, he kept running.
Even whenAt the time when, despite the circumstanceShe stays calm even when things go wrong.
Ever sinceFrom a past point in time continuously until nowEver since we moved, I’ve slept better.
Every timeOn each and every occasion thatEvery time it snows, the kids cheer.
EverywhereIn or to every place thatEverywhere she goes, people smile.
ExceptOther than the fact that; with the exclusion of what followsI’d help, except I have to work.
Except thatWith the one exception thatThe trip was perfect, except that it rained.

Descriptions

Each time
A subordinating phrase that links an action to every occurrence of an event. It works like “whenever” but puts extra emphasis on the repetition.
Either…or
A correlative pair that offers a choice between two options. Each half sits before one of the alternatives, and the verb agrees with the nearer subject.
Ere
An old-fashioned word meaning “before.” You will mostly see it in poetry, older literature, and deliberately formal or antique writing.
Even as
Joins two events that happen at exactly the same time. It can also suggest a surprising contrast, adding drama to the second event.
Even if
Introduces a condition that will not change the outcome. It is stronger than a plain “if” because it admits the worst case and still holds firm.
Even so
A conjunctive phrase that connects two sentences with a contrast. The second idea is true despite what the first one says.
Even though
Introduces something that is true but doesn’t change the result. It is a more forceful version of “although.”
Even when
Links a main statement with a situation that might be expected to change it but doesn’t. It highlights consistency under difficult conditions.
Ever since
Marks the starting point of a situation that has continued up to the present. It usually pairs with the present perfect tense.
Every time
A subordinating phrase that ties an action to each repeated occurrence of another event. It is a close cousin of “each time” and “whenever.”
Everywhere
Works as a conjunction when it introduces a clause describing any place something happens. It is close in meaning to “wherever.”
Except
Introduces an exception or a reason something can’t happen. It’s often used in casual speech to add a limiting detail.
Except that
Adds a single detail that qualifies a previous statement. It is a more formal and explicit way to introduce an exception than “except” alone.
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