This page lists 12 conjunctions that start with C, from “Cause” to “Chiefly.” The list mixes informal contractions, formal linking words and short phrases that connect one idea to the next. You can use them to show reasons, results, contrasts and comparisons in your writing, whether you are drafting an essay, a report or a casual message.

Conjunctions are words that join words, phrases or whole sentences so your ideas flow together. Some of them are old favorites, like “contrariwise,” which Lewis Carroll made famous when Tweedledum and Tweedledee used it in Through the Looking-Glass.

Below you’ll find the table with the conjunction, its definition, an example usage and a description for each entry.

Conjunction: The word or phrase itself, so you can quickly find each connector that starts with C and check its spelling.

Definition: A short, plain-language meaning that tells you what the word does and which kind of link, such as cause, contrast or comparison, it makes.

Example Usage: A sample sentence that shows the word in a real context, so you can see where it fits and how punctuation works around it.

Description: A short note on tone, formality and common use, helping you decide when each word suits your writing and when to avoid it.

Conjunctions

ConjunctionDefinitionExample Usage
CauseInformal shortened form of “because” that introduces a reason.I stayed home ’cause it was raining.
ConcurrentlyConjunctive adverb showing two things happening at the same time.The team painted the walls; concurrently, the electricians rewired the building.
ConsideringUsed to introduce a fact that explains or affects a judgment (often “considering that”).Considering that it was his first race, he did very well.
ConsequentlyConjunctive adverb showing a result or effect of what was just said.The road flooded; consequently, the school closed for the day.
ContrariwiseConjunctive adverb meaning “on the other hand” or “in the opposite way.”He thought the plan was safe; contrariwise, she saw danger everywhere.
ConverselyConjunctive adverb introducing the opposite or reverse of a previous idea.Exercise can improve sleep; conversely, poor sleep can make exercise harder.
CorrespondinglyConjunctive adverb showing a matching or proportional change.Prices rose sharply; correspondingly, demand fell.
Coupled withPhrasal connector meaning “together with” or “in combination with.”Heavy rain, coupled with strong winds, caused widespread damage.
ContrastinglyConjunctive adverb highlighting a difference between two ideas.Sales in Europe grew steadily; contrastingly, sales in Asia dropped.
ComparativelyConjunctive adverb introducing a comparison with something already mentioned.The old model was slow; comparatively, the new one is lightning fast.
Contrary toPhrase introducing something that goes against an expectation or statement.Contrary to popular belief, bats are not blind.
ChieflyAdverb used to add emphasis that something applies mainly to one reason or part.The project failed, chiefly because the budget ran out.

Descriptions

Cause
A casual spoken and written contraction of “because.” It is common in conversation, song lyrics and informal writing, but it is usually avoided in formal prose.
Concurrently
A formal linking word that joins two actions or events happening simultaneously. It is more common in reports and professional writing than in everyday speech.
Considering
Works like “given that” or “since,” signaling that the following fact should be taken into account. It adds context to an opinion or conclusion.
Consequently
A formal transition meaning “as a result.” It links a cause to its outcome across clauses or sentences and usually follows a semicolon or starts a new sentence.
Contrariwise
An old-fashioned word that introduces an opposite point of view or the reverse of a statement. It is rare today but remains familiar from classic literature.
Conversely
A common formal transition for flipping a statement around. It signals that the reverse relationship is also true or worth noting.
Correspondingly
Connects two changes that move in step with each other. It suggests the second event follows naturally from, or matches, the first.
Coupled with
Joins two factors that combine to produce an effect. It acts as a connecting phrase rather than a true single-word conjunction, and it is common in news and business writing.
Contrastingly
A transition word used to set two things side by side to show how they differ. It is a close relative of “in contrast” and “by contrast.”
Comparatively
Used to draw a comparison between two items or situations. It signals that the following statement should be judged against what came before.
Contrary to
A linking phrase used to challenge a common idea or earlier claim. It sets up a correction or surprise and is often found at the start of a sentence.
Chiefly
Not a true conjunction, but it often works with “because” or “since” to name the main cause. It tells the reader which reason matters most.
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