Conectors Flashcards
But
Contrast
He is fat but he runs fast.
Although
Contrast
Although the boy was injured, he didn’t give up.
In spite of
Contrast
In spite of having a headache, I enjoyed the film.
Because of
Reason and cause
She got good marks because of her teacher.
However
Contrast
He says that he is a socialist. However, he owns three houses and four luxury cars.
Nevertheless
Contrast
There was little chance of success. Nevertheless, we didn’t give up.
On the contrary
Contrast
I don’t hate Jim. On the contrary, I’m rather fond of him.
Instead
Contrast
I didn’t want to take a side in the argument. Instead, I put my headphones on and listened to some smooth jazz.
Therefore
Result
We’re going to experience some meteor showers in the next few days. Therefore, the number of miraculous self-healings will rise.
As a consequence
Purpose
Zack has skipped school on many occasions. As a consequence, he’s failed his French test.
On the other hand
Contrast
England has the best language schools. On the other hand, it has the worst weather.
Correspondingly
Result
She’s an excellent photographer. Correspondingly, her paintings are works of art.
First
Addition and listing
First of all, I’d like to talk about the benefits of having a pet pig. La
Third
Addition and listing
In the third place, you can always count on your pet pig to perform some tricks for you when you’d like to impress a pretty girl.
Besides
Addition
Besides not eating much, they won’t ever chew on your electric cords.
