Linking words

Linking words

1. IDEIA DE ADIÇÃO / ACRESCENTAR = in addition, and, also, as well as, moreover, aside from; Examples: - Sandra likes pizza and hamburger. - I am going to travel to Italy and I am also going to France. Aside from watching series, Anne watches the news.

2. CONSEQUÊNCIA = consequently, thus, as a result, so; Examples: - The kids have an important test tomorrow morning, so they have already slept. - Tom has been studying a lot lately. As a result, his grades are much better now.

3. CONTRASTE = but, however, although, though, even though, while, despite, in spite of, nevertheless; Examples: - The kid was swimming although it was very cold. - In spite of eating a lot, Jane is very thin. - I eat all the fruits, but I don’t like all the vegetables.

4. CONDIÇÃO = as long as, if; Examples: - If you study hard, you will pass the test. As long as Jane comes, I will go to the party.

5. CONCLUSÃO = in conclusion, summing up, finally, in brief; Examples: - Summing up, reading is a great way to learn new vocabulary and improve your writing skills. - Joe finally finished the project last night. - In brief, technology has improved a lot our lives.

6. RAZÃO / MOTIVO = because, as, since, that’s why; Examples: - Sally won’t go out tonight because she has to work tomorrow morning. - Since Jack is out of town, Susan has been taking care of the kids by herself.

7. TEMPO / SEQUÊNCIA DE TEMPO = first, then, secondly, before, after; Examples: - First, you have to separate all the ingredients. Then, you start the recipe. - Luke called Helen after Daisy said she wasn’t feeling well.

8. ÊNFASE = for sure, indeed, absolutely, clearly, undoubtedly; Examples: - I will finish the report tonight for sure. - Undoubtedly, Mr. Smith will pass the exam.

9. EXEMPLIFICAR / DAR EXEMPLO = for example, for instance, such as; Examples: - The kids love reading fairy tales, for example Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, etc. - Mike hates sports such as football, baseball and basketball.