Uses of linking words(Part-2)

Uses of linking words.

Linking words and phrases are very necessary to write a good article. Another name of linking word is ‘connective or transition’ words.  In English they are used to combine two clauses or sentences presenting contrast, comparison, condition, supposition, purpose, etc. Moreover they enable us to establish clear connections between ideas.

Adding information/ Ideas

And In addition As well as Also Too Furthermore Moreover Apart from In addition to Besides

a)     In addition - Our new house is so close to the city center. In addition, it has four large bedrooms b)     As well as - He broke the window, as well as destroying the wall. Running is healthy as well as making you feel good c)     Furthermore- Eating well is important for good health. Furthermore, it helps to make you more attractive. Mobile phones are cheaper nowadays; furthermore, they are lighter. d)     Moreover - He is clever, and moreover, he is skilled. e)     Apart from - We didn’t see anyone all day, apart from a couple of kids on the beach. Apart from the ending, it’s a really good film. f)      In addition to - In addition to creating this sentence, I am also eating breakfast. g)     Besides - Traffic congestion is a problem in my city. Besides this, the trains are very expensive.

·        Apart from and besides are often used to mean as well as, or in addition to.

·        Besides is used to make an additional point.

Summarizing

In short To summarize/sum up In brief In summary To summarize In a nutshell To conclude In conclusion

a)     In short - In short, she had a well-paid job. b)     In brief – In brief it is to say that I team performed well. c)     To conclude – To conclude, I want to wish you all a very happy holiday season. d)     To sum up - It will only be necessary now to sum up shortly the details of its action.

To show a reason

Due to / due to the fact that Owing to / owing to the fact that Because Because of Since As

a)      Due to - Due to the rise in oil prices, the inflation rate rose by 1.25%. b)      Since- Obviously it had been a long time since she had seen or talked to me. c)      Because of - The plane was grounded because of the fog. d)     Owing to - Owing to the demand, we are unable to supply all items within 2 weeks.