How to Using Linking Words to Transition Within Your Writing
Linking words are like bridges between parts of your writing. They are signposts that help the reader to follow ideas as a piece of writing develops. They can be individual words or phrases that help carry a thought from one sentence to another, from one idea to another, or from one paragraph to another. They make things flow smoothly so there are no sudden jumps or breaks between ideas.
There are several different categories of linking words, and each category leads readers to make certain connections or assumptions. Some lead readers forward and imply the building of an idea or thought, while others make readers compare ideas or draw conclusions from the preceding points.
Categories of linking words include words:
to compare e.g. however, on the other hand.
to prove e.g. obviously, furthermore.
to give examples e.g. for instance, in this case.
to conclude e.g. summing up, all in all.
to add e.g. what's more, again.
to show time e.g. immediately, later.
to show sequence e.g. firstly, secondly.
If you often use the same few linking words, try to add a few new ones to your writing and speaking. You can practise using them in a conversation with our teachers on Skype. Email us to book a Skype class with us. Comment below with your favourite linking words and tell us which ones you haven't used before but will start to using after reading this post. Good luck!
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