Examples of linking words and phrases
This table shows some common prepositions, conjunctions and adverbs used in academic writing.
| Language function | Prepositions/ prepositional phrases (come before noun phrases) | Conjunctions (join two clauses in one sentence) | Adverbs/Adverbial phrases (join two sentences) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cause/effect | because of, due to | because | as a result, therefore |
| Opposition | despite, in spite of | but, although, even though | however |
| Contrast | but whereas | on the other hand | |
| Addition | and | furthermore, in addition, moreover | |
| Example | such as | for example |
Here are some more prepositions, conjunctions and adverbs used in academic writing, but this time the words and phrases are not organised by meaning. Make sure you understand their meaning before using them.
| Prepositions/prepositional phrases(come before noun phrases) | Conjunctions (join two clauses in one sentence) | Adverbs/Adverbial phrases (join two sentences) |
|---|---|---|
| according to, in terms of, in case of, except for, apart from, instead of | provided (that), unless, in case | similarly, likewise, firstly, secondly, thirdly, in conclusion |
An Intermediate Guide to Writing in English for University Study
An Intermediate Guide to Writing in English for University Study
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