Connectors Flashcards
in spite of this
Category: Contrast
Example: in spite of this situation that happened in the residence, the committee has been being strengthened security in the entrance booth.
hence
Category: Result
Example: I am not feeling well, hence I am unable to. work
nonetheless
Category: Contrast
Example: The book is too long but, nonetheless, informative and entertaining.
therefore
Category: Result
Example: Sally passed her drive test, therefore, he received her driver´s license.
futhermore
Category: Addition and listing
Example: He was cold and tired, and, furthermore, he was hungry.
meanwhile
Category: Time
Example: Jane was writing a letter and meanwhile Pat was watching T.V.
moreover
Category: Addition and listing
Example: She was a talented actor and, moreover, a good singer.
in fact
Category: Emphasis
Example: This time I didn’t do very well in the exams, in fact I did went very bad, because i reprobate three subjects.
in brief
Category: Summation/Conclusion
Example: In brief, the meeting was a disaster.
as regards
Category: Transition
Example: There are no special rules as regards what clothes you should wear.
despite that
Category: Contrast
Example: Despite that, I would like to briefly reiterate my criticism.
thus
Category: Result Example: I failed the class and thus I will have to take it again next semester.
likewise
Category: Similarity
Example: My brother is likewise a fan of ice hockey.
indeed
Category: Emphasis
Example: He was confident he would be the fastest, and indeed he finished in first place.
with regard to
Category: Trasition
Example: I am writing to you with regard to your letter of 15 March.
