The Learning Hub
Learning Resource
Common linking words
Linking words show the relationships between ideas. Linking words serve different
functions, such as to compare ideas or to give examples. Check a dictionary like the
Cambridge Dictionary to see examples of how to use a particular linking word.
The following table shows how some common linking words are used.
Function Linking words Example
Addition (to add an also Exam performance is also influenced by
idea) furthermore personal factors, such as anxiety and
moreover confidence.
additionally
Cause and effect (to so The defendant was intoxicated and therefore
show that one thing therefore not fully aware of his actions.
is a result of as a result
another) consequently
accordingly
because
Contrast (to show in contrast In 2016, the proportion of Australian citizens
differences) however born overseas was approximately 29%.
whereas However, this proportion varied between
while states, with just 13% of Tasmanian residents
conversely born overseas, compared with 31% in Victoria
(ABS, 2021).1
Comparison (to similarly Similarly, costs for other stages of
show similarities) likewise manufacturing are overestimated.
in the same way
Definition is defined as A migrant is defined as a “person who was
that is born overseas whose usual residence is
Australia” (ABS, 2018, “Migrant”).2
Example for example Adolescents spend hours per day browsing
for instance social media applications, such as Facebook,
such as TikTok and Instagram.
including
Sequence or list (to firstly There are several issues arising from this
indicate the order of secondly case. Firstly, the company failed to provide a
events, or to thirdly working environment that was safe and free
separate ideas) first of risks to health.
then
Summary in conclusion Overall, females reported higher levels of pain
in summary post-surgery than men.
to conclude
overall
1
Source: ABS. Used under CC BY 4.0 license
2
Based on ABS data. Used under CC BY 4.0 license
Created: 15/10/2021 by Kate Horan | Last updated: 15/10/2021 by Kate Horan
Location: G:\CA - Library\LearningHub\Learning Resources
Page | 1
