2. CONNECTORS
A connector may be used to indicate the
relationship between the ideas expressed in
a clause or a sentence.
Connectors enable us to connect words or
phrases.
There are a wide range of connectors and
each of them has a different function.
Connectors can express:
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3. Some of the connectors are explained with examples
in the following slides.
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4. Furthermore is similar to in addition. We use furthermore to add
more information to the sentence. .
EXAMPLE:
Reading is a good way to learn
new vocabulary words;
Furthermore, it helps to improve
our ability to spell words correctly.
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5. Moreover is defined as besides, also or in addition to what has
been said.
EXAMPLE:
The rent is reasonable and
moreover, the
environment is so perfect
to live.
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6. The word meanwhile is used to join two clauses together.
It is similar to as and while. It is useful in describing
two things happening at the same time.
EXAMPLE:
Shree's mother went
shopping; meanwhile, Shree
cleaned the house.
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7. We use subsequently to describe something that happened
or existed after the time or event that has just been
referred to.
EXAMPLE:
Newspapers, packages, and
book packets are sorted
separately, and
subsequently put into their
respective bags.
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8. Therefore is very similar to as a result. Something is a fact, and
after thinking about that fact, we can make a conclusion.
EXAMPLE:
Sundar passed his drive test.
Therefore he got his
driving license.
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9. Consequently is very similar to so and therefore.
It usually appears in the middle of sentence, but it may also be
used at the beginning of sentence.
EXAMPLE:
Elephants have been
hunted for their tusks;
consequently, they have
become an endangered
species in some parts of
the world.
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10. However is a transition word that moves our ideas from one
part of a sentence to another. It is very similar to but. It is used
to show contrasts and differences.
EXAMPLE:
Suresh is so tired ; however, he
is working hard to finish the
project.
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11. Unless is similar to except and but. It can be used as a
conjunction. It is also similar to if+ not.
EXAMPLE:
Unless Radika can eat
healthy food, she won't
keep her body fit and
healthy.
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12. On the other hand is used to show two sides of an issue. It
doesn't always describe an opposite situation.
EXAMPLE:
Living in a cold climate is
difficult for some
people;on the other hand,
there are many fun
winter activities, such as
sledding, that you can't do
in a warm climate.
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13. Otherwise is used to offer an alternative situation.
It's very similar to or and or else.
EXAMPLE:
I wear my helmet when I
ride my bike; otherwise it
can be dangerous.
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14. Nevertheless is similar to however, yet and even so. We use
nevertheless to present a fact that is in contrast to some
other fact.
EXAMPLE:
Niranjana was very tired,
nevertheless she kept on
doing household chores..
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15. Similarly is used for showing that two ideas are related or
connected.
EXAMPLE:
You are not allowed to use
your phone here. Similarly,
you have to switch it off
when you’re in the library.
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16. Likewise is defined as in addition, also or in a similar manner.
EXAMPLE:
Mary cleans the kitchen
floor likewise the floor in
the living room.
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17. We use for instance to introduce a particular event,
situation, or person that is an example of what you are
talking about.
EXAMPLE:
When we go camping, we
bring lots of things. For
instance, a fishing rod,
matches, and a sleeping
bag.
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18. We use notably to specify an important or typical example
of something that we are talking about.
EXAMPLE:
This is a notably successful
event.
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19. Significantly is defined as in an important , sizeable or
meaningful way.
EXAMPLE:
The rate of gold is
significantly reduced today.
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