CONNECTORS

 

Connectors, also known as conjunctions or linking words, are words or phrases that connect or link different parts of a sentence or multiple sentences together. They help to establish relationships between ideas, indicate logical connections, and improve the flow and coherence of the text

Types of connectors:

1. Coordinating Conjunctions: Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that have equal importance. The most common coordinating conjunctions are:

• And: I like coffee and tea.
• But: He studied hard, but he failed the exam.
• Or: Would you like tea or coffee?

2. Subordinating Conjunctions: Subordinating conjunctions introduce subordinate clauses that depend on the main clause. They establish a relationship of dependence or subordination. Some examples of subordinating conjunctions include:

• Because: She couldn't attend the party because she was sick.
• Although: Although it was raining, they went for a walk.
• If: If you study, you will pass the test.

3. Correlative Conjunctions: Correlative conjunctions are pairs of words that work together to join sentence elements. Some common examples are:

• Either...or: You can either study or watch TV.
• Neither...nor: Neither John nor Mary went to the party.
• Both...and: He is both smart and hardworking.

4. Conjunctive Adverbs: Conjunctive adverbs function as connectors and show relationships between independent clauses. They are used to connect ideas, contrast information, provide examples, or indicate cause and effect. Some examples of conjunctive adverbs include:

• However: She studied hard; however, she didn't pass the exam.
• Therefore: The weather was bad; therefore, we canceled the picnic.
• Furthermore: I enjoy reading; furthermore, it helps me relax.

5. Transitional Phrases: Transitional phrases help to transition between ideas, provide organization, or show the relationship between different parts of a text. Examples include:

• In addition: In addition, she bought some groceries.
• On the other hand: He likes tea; on the other hand, I prefer coffee.
• In conclusion: In conclusion, I would like to summarize the main points.

These are just a few examples of the various types of connectors in English. The use of connectors enhances the clarity and coherence of your writing or speech by linking ideas and providing a smooth flow of information.

Conectores de adición (Addition): and - y also - también furthermore - además moreover - además de eso besides - además de eso in addition to - además de Conectores de contraste (Contrast): but - pero however - sin embargo nevertheless - no obstante on the other hand - por otro lado in contrast - en contraste yet - aún así Conectores de causa y efecto (Cause and Effect): because - porque since - puesto que as a result - como resultado consequently - en consecuencia therefore - por lo tanto thus - así que Conectores de condición (Condition): if - si unless - a menos que provided that - siempre que in case - en caso de que as long as - siempre y cuando on condition that - con la condición de que Conectores de tiempo (Time): before - antes after - después while - mientras during - durante meanwhile - mientras tanto eventually - finalmente Conectores de ejemplo (Example): for example - por ejemplo for instance - por ejemplo such as - tal como Conectores de resumen (Summary): in conclusion - en conclusión overall - en general in summary - en resumen to sum up - para resumir

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