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Useful Words
and
Phrases in English
 Useful Words and Phrases in English
Adding information
Usage: To add to what has been previously stated

Linking Words:

 Additionally / an  Too  In addition

additional
 As well as that  Moreover
 Furthermore
 Along with  In addition to this
 Also
 Besides  Apart from this

Examples:

 Additionally, the bus service will run on Sundays, every two hours.

 He said he had not discussed the matter with her. Furthermore, he had not even
contacted her.

 We are unable to repair this watch. Also, this is the fourth time this has happened.

 I love wearing earrings. I design and make them too.

 We went to the park today. As well as that, we did some shopping.

 Along with parties and parliaments, elections have lost their charm.

 I can’t afford to go to the concert. Besides, I don’t really like classical music.

 You haven’t paid the rent yet. In addition, you owe me money.

 The report is badly presented. Moreover, it contains inaccuracies.

 John’s grades are terrible because he has been so lazy these days. In addition to this, his
relationship to his parents got worse.

 Apart from this paragraph, the report contains a number of sensible initiatives.
Contrasting Ideas

Usage: To show how things are different

Linking words:

 Unlike  Despite / in spite of  Even so

 Nevertheless  In contrast (to)  Differing from

 On the other hand  Alternatively  Contrary to

 Nonetheless  Conversely

Examples:

 Unlike most systems, this one is very easy to install.

 There is little chance that we will succeed in changing the law. Nevertheless, it is
important that we try.

 Laptops are convenient; On the other hand, they can be expensive.

 The problems are not serious. Nonetheless, we shall need to tackle them soon.

 Despite/ In spite of the rain, I went for a walk.

 In contrast to the diligent bee, the butterfly flies hither and yon with no apparent
purpose.

 The agency will make travel arrangements for you. Alternatively, you can organize your
own transport.

 Northern European countries had a great summer. On the contrary/conversely, Southern

Europe had poor weather.

 Even so, many old friends were shocked at the announcement.

 Differing from his white colleagues, he preferred instructing his scholars to the ambition
of acquiring personal renown.

 The situation in Ireland is quite contrary to this principle.

Emphasizing a Point
Usage: To put forward a point or idea more forcefully
Linking words:

 Undoubtedly  Clearly  Never

 Indeed  Importantly  It should be noted

 Obviously  Absolutely  Unquestionably

 Particularly / in  Definitely  Above all

particular
 Without a doubt  Positively
 Especially

Examples:

 Undoubtedly, the story itself is one of the main attractions.

 I don’t mind at all. Indeed, I would be delighted to help.

 Obviously, we don’t want to spend too much money.

 I love silver earrings, in particular ones from Mexico

 The car is quite small, especially if you have children.

 Clearly, this will cost a lot more than we realized.

 More importantly, can he be trusted?

 He’s an absolutely brilliant cook.

 I definitely remember sending the letter.

 We still believe we can win this series without a doubt.

 I’m never surprised at what I do.

 It should be noted that if you have something to note, then note it

 Unquestionably, teaching has been a paramount part of his career.

 Above all, this forest is designed for wear and tear.

 This is positively the worst thing that I can even imagine.

Giving Examples

Usage: To provide examples

Linking words:

 For example/ For instance  In this case

 Such as  Proof of this

 Including  Like

 Namely

Examples:

 There are many interesting places to visit in the city, for example/ for instance, the
botanical garden or the art museum.

 I prefer to wear casual clothes, such as jeans and a sweatshirt.

 Including Christmas Day and Boxing Day, I’ve got a week off work.

 We need to concentrate on our target audience, namely women aged between 20 and 30.

 I think I would have made a difference in this case.

 This building are a living proof of this existence, so we must preserve it.

 I also make other jewellery like rings and bracelets.

Sequencing Ideas
Usage: To indicate the order of what is being said

Linking words:

 First/ firstly  Following  Above all

(Second/ secondly,
 Previously  Lastly and most
Third/ thirdly,
importantly
 Before
Finally)
 Last but not least
 Subsequently
 At this time
 First and foremost

Examples:

 Firstly, I prefer the train because I can see the landscape.

 At this time, the young man leapt into the air and flew off towards sunset.

 They arrived on Monday evening and we got there the following day.

 I had visited them three days previously.

 Your name is before mine on the list.

 Subsequently, new guidelines were issued to all employees.

 Above all, keep in touch.

 Lastly, and most importantly, you should be optimistic.

 Last but not least, I find I seriously cannot relate to women.

 We will continue to focus on our players first and foremost.