Professional Documents
Culture Documents
of contrast
Despite Although
Both In spite of Even though
Examples
I tried to lift the box, but/yet it was too heavy for me.
I tried to lift the box. However, it was too heavy for me.
Although I exercise every day, I can’t seem to lose any weight.
She still loves him, even though he treated her very badly.
Our plane arrived on time in spite of the delay during takeoff.
We won the game despite having two fewer players.
I like tennis, while my brother prefers bowling.
This cell phone plan costs $0.05 per minute whereas that one
gives you up to 800 minutes per month for a fixed price.
His boss allows him to work from home, unlike mine.
She’s very friendly, unlike her sister.
Linkers of addition
Both Besides
In addition to
Noun As well as
As well as
Examples
I enjoy gardening. I also like to do crosswords in my spare time.
Glasgow has two important football clubs. It is also the most populated city in Scotland.
We did a lot of sightseeing on our holiday. We bought a lot of souvenirs as well.
I had a busy weekend. I went to the theatre and I saw the Dalí exhibition too.
She is gorgeous as well as being very successful.
As well as the main course, I made a trifle for desert.
I can't afford to go to the concert. Besides, I'm not a huge fan of their music.
Besides excelling at sports, he can also speak four languages.
Japanese cuisine is delicious and what's more, it's good for you.
The hotel is near all the sights. What's more it has a spa.
Company employees are paid travel expenses in addition to their normal salary.
I have the skills that you require and, in addition, have several years experience.
Unemployment has risen dramatically over the last few years. Moreover, many people
are moving abroad to look for work.
The report is badly written. Moreover, it is inaccurate.
The ratio of women is still relatively low. Furthermore, 65% of female board members
are of European origin