Transition words, also known as “conjunctive adverbs,” are excellent additions to a writer's toolbox. INDEED, they are especially useful for improving the clarity and quality of a piece of writing.
These words and phrases allow us to connect ideas (mainly in formal, written English) in a variety of ways. FOR EXAMPLE, we might use them to add information, contrast ideas, or inform the reader of time relationships between events. IN ADDITION, transition words can be used to introduce a summary of ideas and connect clauses that show cause and effect. There are so many possible ways to use them!
Transition words are particularly important in written communication. HOWEVER, if they are used incorrectly, they can do more harm than good. THEREFORE, let’s get some practice and make sure we know how to use them…
Some Transition Word Videos:
- Adding information (Engvid)
- Cause and effect (Engvid)
- However(LearnAmericanEnglish Online)
- Nevertheless (Learn AmericanEnglishOnline)
Additional information:
For Practice:
- Here is a useful Quizlet page to review these words (*Note- this also includes some coordinating and subordinate conjunctions)
- Practice from "to Learn English" (Multiple choice activity)
- Another Practice from "to Learn English" (Multiple choice activity)
- 4 Linking word practice exercises from "Flo Joe"
- Chart and printable exercises, from MDC.EDU
- Practice using a variety of connecting words in writing (English Hints)
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