A word or phrase that are used to express relationships between ideas
and combine sentences. They are usually at the start of a sentence and
improve the flow of writing across sentences and paragraphs.
Adding
These are used to
add ideas together
that agree with each
other or are about
the same thing.
And, also, as well
as, futhermore.
I enjoy yoga.
Also I enjoy
pilates.
Sequencing
These are used
to list ideas in a
certain order.
Next, finally,
firstly, before,
after, meanwhile.
Yesterday I
baked a cake.
Firstly I selected
a recipe.
Emphasisng
These are used to
stress a point as
being very important.
Above all, in particular,
especially, significantly,
most of all.
I love eating
fruit. In particular
I like berries.
Comparing
These are used
to compare ideas
that are similar
or the same.
Equally, similarly,
likewise, as with.
My sister loves
travelling.
Similarly I do too.
Cause and effect
These are used to
help the second part
of a sentence explain
the first part. The
second part happens
as a result of the first.
Because, so,
therefore, thus,
consequently.
I enjoy cooking,
therefore I try to
do it often.
Qualifying
These are
used when
the first part
of the
sentence
relies on the
second part.
However,
although,
despite, yet.
I'm tired
although I need
to finish my
assignment.
Illustrating
These are
used to give
an example
to backup the
first part of
the sentence.
For
example, for
instance, as
shown by.
I enjoy
exercising,
for example
running
along the
beach.