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    Connectors are words that link sentences and paragraphs to make writing more logical and structured. Some common types of connectors are contrast connectors like "but" and "however" which show differences, cause and effect connectors like "therefore" and "so" which link causes to effects, explanatory connectors like "in particular" and "essentially" which provide additional context, and emphasis connectors like "also" and "indeed" which stress important points. Connectors help writing flow smoothly from one idea to the next.

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    Connectors are words that link sentences and paragraphs to make writing more logical and structured. Some common types of connectors are contrast connectors like "but" and "however" which show differences, cause and effect connectors like "therefore" and "so" which link causes to effects, explanatory connectors like "in particular" and "essentially" which provide additional context, and emphasis connectors like "also" and "indeed" which stress important points. Connectors help writing flow smoothly from one idea to the next.

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    Connectors are words that link sentences and paragraphs to make writing more logical and structured. Some common types of connectors are contrast connectors like "but" and "however" which show differences, cause and effect connectors like "therefore" and "so" which link causes to effects, explanatory connectors like "in particular" and "essentially" which provide additional context, and emphasis connectors like "also" and "indeed" which stress important points. Connectors help writing flow smoothly from one idea to the next.

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    Connectors in English Grammar

    English connectors are little words and phrases that help you connect sentences and even paragraphs.
    They're used both in conversations and in writing. With the help of connectors, your essays
    automatically become more logical and structured. One sentence automatically leads up to the next.

    1. Contrast Connectors: shows differences when compared to another.


    Logical connectors to show
    the contrast Sentence Linkers example

    But I wanted to go swimming but I am so tired.

    However The film received good ratings. However, it was very long.

    I was eager to join them for the vacation but on the other hand,
    On the other hand my exam dates were getting closer.

    Remind them beforehand otherwise, they might leave without


    Otherwise taking the tickets.

    Unlike Zoey loved hot chocolate, unlike John.

    In spite of heavy rainfall, he took out his scooter and headed


    In spite of towards the hospital.

    He could manage the cooking part even though that would not
    Even though/ Although taste awesome.

    Nevertheless What you said was right but nevertheless harsh.

    2. Cause and Effect Connectors: things happen because something prompted them to happen. A
    cause is why something happens. An effect is what happened
    Cause & effect
    sentence connector
    words Example of linkers in English grammar

    Therefore I slept very late last night, therefore, I missed the morning prayer.

    So The blue bag was full so he kept the packet in the yellow bag.

    Due to The match got cancelled due to the heavy rain.

    As a result As a result of the heavy rain, the match got cancelled.

    Consequently I got stuck in the traffic consequently I missed the flight.

    Since she loves ice cream so much, I decided to give her an ice-cream printed
    Since dress.

    3. Explanatory Linkers in English Grammar


    Explanatory sentence
    connectors Linkers example

    More or less There will be more or less 30 guests.


    In general Old people, in general, like to spend time with their grandkids.

    Especially It’s tough to sleep, especially after the strong coffee we drank.

    In particular All women, in particular, have to be strong and determined.

    Essentially An electric kettle is useful essentially for the winter months.

    In other words The problem, In other words, is that we have to re-write the whole script.

    In short The outing, in short, could not lift up my mood.

    The idea behind the meeting is, above all, to make the employees aware
    Above all of the current financial crisis faced by the company.

    4. Emphasis Connector Words


    English
    connectors list Example

    Also He was told to study and also to take care of the dog.

    Indeed She was sweet indeed but needed proper grooming.

    Sportsmen have a competitive approach while playing but of course, that should
    Of course not be carried off the ground.

    Certainly, she has witnessed something cruel otherwise she would not be so
    Certainly nervous.

    Specifically He specifically looked for a diamond-studded ring.

    Significantly Her health was significantly improving.

    Notably Her academic career has been notably amazing.

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