Speaking coherence Flashcards
on top of that
Adding detail to the previous point ( = besides that )
E.g.
- A: What do you like about living here in the South West?
- B: Well, I love the fresh air, the people are friendly and on top of that it’s cheap!
that said
Introducing an idea that contrasts with the previous point ( =even so )
E.g. The economy is struggling. That said, house prices rose slightly last month.
in particular
Giving an example related to the previous point, more than others
E.g. He socialized with the other young people, one boy in particular
the thing is
Giving an explanation for the previous point
E.g. The thing is, my parents like me to be home by ten o’clock.
on the grounds that
For the reason that ( =because )
E.g. Some countries have proposed a tax on fizzy drinks on the grounds that it will discourage people from drinking so much.
to build upon one’s/the point/idea a little more
Adding detail to an idea
E.g. To build upon this idea, I would like to present the example of Abercrombie and Fitch
looking at it from another point of view
Contrasting by giving a different perspective/opinion
E.g. Looking at it from another point of view, social media has numerous benefits to users.
ultimately
Concluding an argument with a final point
E.g. Ultimately, we are the only ones who can improve our health.
at the end of the day
Something that you say before you give the most important fact of a situation
E.g. Of course I’ll listen to what she said but at the end of the day, it’s my decision.
in a nutshell
To conclude with a final point
E.g. In a nutshell, we should protect the environment at all costs.
in the act of
In the process of
E.g. They photographed him in the act of reading other people’s mail