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Linking Words
Linking Words
CONJUNCTIONS
- Because
“I couldn't go to the party because I had to work late.”
(Because puede ir al principio)
- As
“As the sun was setting, I took a walk on the beach.”
- As I hadn’t
“As I hadn't eaten all day, I decided to order a pizza.”
- So
“I was tired, so I decided to take a nap.”
CAUSA Y EFECTO
CONJUNCTIONS
- And
“I went to the store and bought some groceries.”
- Therefore
“I forgot to bring my wallet, therefore I couldn't buy anything at the store.”
- Consequently
“It was raining. Consequently, I stayed at home.”
- As a result
“It was raining. As a result, I stayed at home.”
ADICIONAR UNA IDEA
- Also
“Exam performance is also influenced by personal factors, such as anxiety and confidence.”
- Furthermore
She studied diligently, and furthermore, she actively participated in class discussions.
- Moreover
The company has expanded its product line, and moreover, it has entered new international
markets.
ADICIONAR UNA IDEA
- Besides
“Besides studying for the exam, I also had to prepare for a presentation.”
- Additionally
He is a talented musician, and additionally, he is also a skilled painter.
- In addition
“In addition to studying for the exam, I also had to work on a group project.”
MOSTRAR CONTRASTE
- However
“I studied hard for the test, however I still didn't get a good grade.”
- Although
“Although it was raining we went on a picnic”
EXAMPLES SEQUENCE OR LIST CONTRAST COMPARISON
(ORDEN DE EVENTOS (MUESTRA (MUESTRA
• for example
• for instance O SEPARAR IDEAS) DIFERENCIAS) SIMILITUDES)
• such as
• including • firstly • in contrast (por el • Similarly (de forma similar)
• secondly contrario) • Likewise (asimismo)
• thirdly • Whereas (mientras que) • in the same way (del mismo
• first • While (mientras) modo)
• Then (entonces) • Conversely (en cambio)
SUMMARY
• in conclusion
• in summary
• to conclude
• Overall (en general)
- Apart from that
“Apart from that, I also need to buy some milk from the store.”
- On top of that
“I have a lot of work to do today. On top of that, I have a dentist appointment in the afternoon.”
- Both…..And “Both Mary and Peter went to the party”
SO…THAT
- I was so … that… {So + Adjective + That}
“I was so tired that I went to bed”
SO MANY / SO MUCH:
So Many + Count.Noun Plural + That: “He ate so many sandwiches that he was sick”
SUCH … THAT:
“They had such a terrible fight that they never spoke to each other again”
“They produced such horrible wine that they could not sell one bottle”