Linking Words

Linking Words Linking words are used to show relationships between ideas. They can be used to join 2 or more sentences or clauses (a clause is a group of words which contains a subject and a verb). Linking words can be used to add ideas together, contrast them, or show the reason for something. Besides - Opposition/Contrast This is usually placed at the beginning of a sentence. It is used to make an additional point. Examples: I can't afford to go to the concert. Besides, I don't really like classical music. The trip is too expensive. Besides, I don't really like hot weather. And - Addition Ideas are often linked by and in a list, you put a comma between each item, but not before and.Examples: I like Ice-cream and chocolate. I need a shirt and a pair of shoes. But - Contrasting/Opposition But is more informal than However and it is not normally used at the beginning of a sentence. I want to go to Concepcion, but i do not have money. I need that cellphone, but i need money to buy it. Although - Opposition Although introduce an idea of contrast. With these words, you must have two halves of a sentence.Example: Although he is rich, he lives in a small house. Although she has money, she is not happy.