Writting - Linking Words

Question 1

Conectores de Adição (Adding information)

Answer 1

• Moreover
• Furthermore
• In addition
• Besides
• What’s more
• Not only that
• but also…
• Similarly

Exemplo: “Education is essential for personal growth. Moreover, it plays a crucial role in reducing inequality.”

Question 2

Conectores de Contraste (Showing contrast)

Answer 2

• However (No entanto)
• On the other hand (on the other hand)
• Nevertheless (No entanto)
• Even though (Embora)
• Although (Embora)
• Despite / In spite of (Apesar de)
• In contrast
• Whereas (Enquanto)
• Yet (= but)

Exemplo: “Many people prefer online learning. However, it is not suitable for everyone.”

Question 3

Conectores de Causa e Efeito (Expressing cause and result)

Answer 3

• Because
• As
• Since, Due to
• Owing to
• As a result
• Therefore
• Thus
• Consequently
• For this reason
• Due to

Exemplo: “The event was canceled due to bad weather.”

Question 4

Conectores para Exemplos (Giving examples)

Answer 4

• For example
• For instance
• Such as
• In particular
• Namely

Exemplo: “There are several ways to stay healthy, such as exercising regularly and eating nutritious food.”

Question 5

Conectores para Comparação e Semelhança (Making comparisons)

Answer 5

• Similarly
• Likewise
• In the same way
• Just as
• Compared to
• As…as

Exemplo: “The two cities are similarly known for their vibrant cultural scenes.”

Question 6

Conectores para Sequência / Ordem (Sequencing ideas)

Answer 6

• First(ly)
• Second(ly)
• Third(ly)
• To begin with
• In the first place
• Then / Next
• After that / Afterwards
• Finally / Lastly

Exemplo: “First, we analyzed the data. Then, we discussed the findings with the team.”

Question 7

Conectores de Conclusão e Resumo (Summarizing or concluding)

Answer 7

• In conclusion
• To sum up
• In summary
• All in all
• On the whole
• Taking everything into account
• In short

Exemplo: “In conclusion, improving public education requires coordinated efforts from all sectors.”

Question 8

Conectores para Opinião e Justificativa (Expressing opinion and reason)

Answer 8

• In my opinion
• I believe that…
• From my point of view
• In my view
• Personally
• I think…
• The reason why…
• As far as
• I am concerned

Exemplo: “In my opinion, stricter regulations are needed to protect the environment.”

Question 9

Conectores (Conditionals)

Answer 9

• If
• Unless
• As long as
• Provided that
• In case
• Otherwise

Exemplo: “If students are motivated, they perform better in class.”

Question 10

Conectores para (Emphasizing a point)

Answer 10

• Indeed
• In fact
• Actually
• Obviously
• Clearly
• Needless to say

Exemplo: “Indeed, regular practice is the key to mastering any language.”