Transitional adverbs
Transitional adverbs or transitions are words and phrases writers and speakers use to
move from one sentence to the next. Using transitions properly is essential to
indicate the rhetorical structure of your writing. Transitions make it easier
for your readers to follow your arguments and explanation.
Use of Transitional adverbs is highly recommended for
IELLTS/TOEFL writing and speaking tasks.
Here is a list of
some of the most common transitional adverbs in English.
First, firstly, second, secondly, third, next, then, finally,
lastly etc.
These transitional adverbs are used to show the order of ideas or
facts. They may also indicate sequence.
Note that firstly,
secondly etc., are more
formal than first, second etc.
- Firstly, we need to improve our
productivity. Secondly,
we need to cut costs. And thirdly,
we need to compete in international markets.
Also, too, in addition, furthermore, moreover etc.
These are mainly used to add information.
- Smoking
is injurious to health. Also it makes you smell bad.
- The
cricketer played badly. In
addition, he was extremely rude to press photographers.
However, on the other hand, but, yet, though, nevertheless, in
contrast etc.
These expressions are used to show contrast or to make a
concession.
- I was a
little afraid. However,
I decided to try it.
- She had
little chance of getting the job. Nevertheless,
she decided to apply.
For example, to illustrate, for instance
These expressions are used to introduce examples.
- Smoking
is indeed a dangerous habit. For
instance, have you thought of the thousands of people who get cancer
because they smoke?
That is, in other words
These expressions are used to explain or elaborate on an idea.
- Does she
have the necessary skills and experience? In other words, can we hire
her for this job?
- His
office is on the first floor. That
is, the floor above the ground floor.
- He is an
oncologist. In other
words, he treats people suffering from cancer.
In fact, indeed, as a matter of fact
These expressions are used to emphasize an idea or add a surprising
anecdote.
- The film
was very bad indeed.
- As a
matter of fact,
she is much older than her husband.
- Smoking
is a dangerous habit. In
fact, it is one of the major risk factors that lead to cancer.
- Susan is
a renowned psychotherapist. In
fact, she has been treating people with cognitive behavioral problems
for well over two decades.
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