Escola Salesiana de Artes e Ofícios

English

Linkers and Connecters

Teacher: Students:
Clara Chantre André Ramos
Camila Fortes
Henrique Fortes
Jélsia Craveiro

Mindelo, /05/2024
1. Introduction
In the world of writing, the ability to interweave ideas fluidly is essential to ensure reader
understanding and engagement. Efficiently connecting sentences and paragraphs
transforms a set of disjointed thoughts into a coherent, persuasive narrative or argument.

Thus, specific language elements, the linkers and connecters, are essential to facilitate
these transitions, serving as bridges that guide the reader through the flow of the text.
Effective use of these linguistic tools is crucial for clarity and precision in academic and
professional texts, allowing for the accessible presentation of complex arguments and the
structuring of critical thinking.

In the field of argumentation, the linkers and connecters help to build logical and
progressive reasoning, strengthening arguments and making the message more impactful.
In literature and creative writing, they facilitate smooth transitions and cohesive character
development, keeping the reader engaged, thus ensuring a fluid and natural narrative. So,
in this work we will explore likes and connections.

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2. Linkers and Connecters

Link words, also known as words connectors, are terms used to connect ideas, sentences,
or paragraphs in writing/speaking, ensuring a smooth and coherent flow of thought and
facilitating transitions between them.

They help readers understand the logical progression of arguments and the connections
between points being made, by indicating relationships between concepts, such as result,
purpose, contrast, addition, cause and effect, time, opinion, ….

Result

Linkers and connectors: Consequently, Therefore, As a result, So, In consequece, For this
reason, That's why

Usage: Used to indicate the consequence or outcome of a preceding statement.

Examples:

 She followed the recipe carefully, as a result, the cake turned out delicious.
 Claire forgot to set his alarm, consequently, he overslept and missed class.

Addition

Linkers and connectors: Furthermore, Moreover, Additionally, In addition, Furthermore,

As well as

Usage: Used to introduce additional information or ideas.

Examples:

 He enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking and camping, as well as indoor hobbies

like painting.
 Additionally, she offered to help with the project.
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Purpose

Linkers and connectors: In order to, So that, With the aim of, For the purpose of, To,

Usage: To express the intention or purpose behind an action.

Examples:

 He turned off the lights so that everyone could see the presentation.
 My father went to the store to buy groceries.

Contrast

Linkers and connectors: However, On the other hand, In contrast, Despite, In spite of,
Conversely, While, Although, Nevertheless

Usage: To highlight differences or opposing ideas.

Examples:

 Although it was late, they continued working on the project.

 He enjoys reading; on the other hand, his brother prefers watching movies.

Cause and Reason

Linkers and connectors: Because, Due to, Since, As a result of, For the reason that

Usage: To explain the cause or reason behind a certain event or situation.

Examples:

 As a result of his hard work, he was promoted to manager.

 He couldn't attend the meeting because he was feeling unwell.

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Time

Linkers and connectors: Meanwhile, Subsequently, Afterwards, During

Usage: Used to indicate the sequence or timing of events.

Examples:

 While he was cooking dinner, she was setting the table.

 During the summer, they enjoy going to the beach almost every weekend.

Opinion

Linkers and connectors: In my opinion, Personally, From my perspective, I believe, To

me

Usage: Used to express personal opinions or viewpoints.

Examples:

 Personally, I think that the government should invest more in education.

 In my opinion, the movie was one of the best I've seen this year.

Illustration

Linkers and connectors: For example, Such as, In other words, To illustrate

Usage: Used to provide examples or clarify a point.

Examples:

 The project aims to promote biodiversity, in other words, to increase the variety
of plant and animal species.

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  Many animals, for example, lions and tigers, are carnivores.

3. Conclusion

Throughout the work, we explore the importance of linkers and connectors in the
cohesion and coherence of a text. From their basic function of connecting ideas to their
ability to guide the reader through complex arguments, it is clear that these elements play
a fundamental role in effective communication.

By understanding the variety of linkers and connectors available, from simple

conjunctions to more sophisticated expressions, we can significantly enrich our ability to
express ourselves in writing. The ability to choose appropriate linkers for each context
not only improves the clarity of the text, but also demonstrates a deeper command of the
language.

Furthermore, by analyzing real examples and practicing their application, we develop a

better ability to structure texts and organize ideas, enabling us to communicate our
thoughts more effectively and persuasively.

Therefore, it is clear that linkers and connectors are not just grammatical tools, but
essential pillars of effective written communication. By mastering these elements, we are
able to articulate our ideas with clarity and precision, thus increasing the quality of our
written expression and, consequently, our ability to interact and influence the world
around us.

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