اللغة الإنجليزية — Grammar: Linking Words — 2 ثانوي — شعبة آداب — بكالوريا — المنهاج الجزائري

Linking Words and Expressions

1. Addition

and, also, moreover, furthermore, in addition. He is intelligent and hardworking. Moreover, he is honest.

2. Contrast

but, however, although, even though, whereas, on the other hand. Although he is rich, he is not happy.

3. Cause and Effect

because, since, therefore, so, consequently, as a result. He passed because he studied.

4. Sequence

first, firstly, then, next, after that, finally. First, mix the flour. Then, add eggs.

5. Conclusion

in conclusion, to sum up, in summary, overall, finally.

Exercises

1. Complete: He was tired, ______ he continued. (contrast)
2. Use a linking word for result: It rained. The match was cancelled.

See Expressing Purpose and Reading Comprehension.