This page lists 26 conjunctions that start with T, running from “That” to “Till such time as”. The list covers single words, informal spellings, multi-word phrases, and paired structures. You can use it to link ideas, show contrast, explain cause and effect, or mark the order of events in your writing.
Conjunctions are words or phrases that join clauses, ideas, or sentences and show how they relate to each other. Some of them, like “the more… the more”, work in pairs, while others, like “’til”, began as casual shortenings of older words. English even lets a noun phrase such as “the moment” act as a conjunction in everyday speech.
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, so you can quickly spot the exact form and spelling you want to use in your sentence.
Definition: A short explanation of the type of conjunction and what it means, so you know when it fits your meaning.
Example usage: A complete sentence showing the conjunction in action, so you can copy the pattern and see how it sounds in context.
Description: Extra notes on tone, formality, and typical use, helping you decide whether the conjunction suits casual talk, essays, or formal writing.
Conjunctions
| Conjunction | Definition | Example usage |
|---|---|---|
| That | Subordinating conjunction that introduces a noun clause or a result clause | She said that she would be late. |
| Than | Subordinating conjunction used to introduce the second element in a comparison | He is taller than his brother is. |
| Though | Subordinating conjunction meaning despite the fact that | Though it rained, we went for a walk. |
| Tho | Informal spelling of though, used in casual writing | I like him tho he can be annoying. |
| Till | Subordinating conjunction meaning until, up to the time that | Wait here till I come back. |
| ‘Til | Contracted form of until, used informally | We danced ’til the sun came up. |
| Therefore | Conjunctive adverb meaning for that reason or as a result | The road was closed; therefore we took another route. |
| Thus | Conjunctive adverb meaning as a result or in this way | The team practiced daily; thus they won the title. |
| Then | Conjunctive adverb indicating sequence in time or a consequence | Mix the flour and eggs; then add the milk. |
| Thereafter | Conjunctive adverb meaning after that time or afterward | He moved abroad and thereafter wrote only letters. |
| Thereby | Conjunctive adverb meaning by that means or as a result of that | She saved money thereby reducing her debt. |
| Thereupon | Conjunctive adverb meaning immediately after that | The judge spoke and the crowd thereupon fell silent. |
| That is | Conjunctive phrase used to restate or clarify the previous statement | We meet on the first day of the month; that is, on Monday. |
| That said | Conjunctive phrase meaning however or despite what was just stated | The plan is risky. That said, it could pay off. |
| To be sure | Conjunctive phrase that concedes a point before offering a counterpoint | To be sure, the task is hard; but it can be done. |
| To illustrate | Conjunctive phrase that introduces an example | To illustrate, consider how bees find flowers. |
| Then again | Conjunctive phrase that introduces a contrasting thought | It might rain. Then again, it might not. |
| The moment | Conjunctive phrase meaning as soon as | Call me the moment you arrive. |
| The instant | Conjunctive phrase meaning immediately when | The instant she smiled, everyone relaxed. |
| The minute | Conjunctive phrase meaning as soon as | The minute he left, the phone rang. |
| The first time | Conjunctive phrase meaning on the occasion when something first happened | The first time I tried sushi, I loved it. |
| The next time | Conjunctive phrase meaning on the occasion when something happens again | The next time you visit, bring your dog. |
| The way | Informal conjunction meaning how or in the manner that | I like it the way you made it. |
| The more… the more | Correlative conjunction pair showing that two things change together | The more you practice, the better you get. |
| Though… yet | Correlative pair expressing a contrast within one sentence | Though he was tired, yet he kept going. |
| Till such time as | Conjunctive phrase meaning until a certain time | Stay here till such time as we call you. |
Descriptions
That
One of the most common conjunctions in English. It links a main clause to a clause that states a fact, thought, or result, and it can often be dropped in casual speech.
Than
Used after comparative words like more, less, or taller to set up a comparison. It can introduce a full clause or just a noun or pronoun.
Though
Introduces a contrast or concession. It works much like although, and it can also appear at the end of a sentence as an adverb.
Tho
A shortened, informal version of though common in texting and social media. It is generally avoided in formal writing.
Till
A time conjunction that marks the point when an action stops. It is a standard, older word, not just a shortened form of until.
‘Til
A casual contraction of until that is often written with an apostrophe. It works the same way as till and until.
Therefore
Signals that the second statement follows logically from the first. It is common in essays and formal writing and usually comes after a semicolon.
Thus
A formal word that points to a consequence or a method. It appears often in academic and legal writing.
Then
Shows what comes next in a series of events or what follows from a condition. It also pairs with if in conditional sentences.
Thereafter
A formal way to say after that. It links an event to everything that follows it in time.
Thereby
Shows that one action leads directly to another result. It is mostly found in formal or technical writing.
Thereupon
A formal word marking something that happens right after, and often because of, a previous event. It is fairly rare in everyday speech.
That is
A phrase that introduces a clearer or more exact version of what was just said. It is often abbreviated as i.e. in writing.
That said
Introduces a contrast while accepting the previous point as true. It is common in both spoken and written English.
To be sure
Admits that something is true before turning to an opposing idea. Writers use it to make an argument feel balanced.
To illustrate
A transition used to lead into an example that supports a point. It is common in essays and explanations.
Then again
Used to raise a second possibility that points the other way. It is conversational and widely used.
The moment
A noun phrase that works as a subordinating conjunction to show that two events happen almost at once.
The instant
Works like as soon as to show one event follows another with no delay. It adds a sense of speed.
The minute
An informal conjunction showing that something happens right after another event. It is common in everyday speech.
The first time
A noun phrase used as a conjunction to link a clause to a first occurrence of something.
The next time
Links a future event to a later occasion. It acts as a time conjunction at the start of a clause.
The way
Introduces a clause that describes manner. It is widely used in casual speech and writing.
The more… the more
A paired structure where a change in one thing leads to a matching change in another. Each part uses a comparative form.
Though… yet
A formal pairing in which though introduces a concession and yet introduces the contrasting result. It is less common than though alone.
Till such time as
A formal and slightly old-fashioned way to say until. It often appears in legal and official wording.