linkers, connectors, discourse markers or transitional words.

Cohesive markers/devices, sometimes called linking words, linkers, connectors, discourse markers or transitional words.#1 Linking Words to Add

These are connectors and linking words to add:

and Finally again Further then Furthermore besides Nor too equally important next moreover Examples • Furthermore,thousands of people suffer detention in overcrowded prisons without charge or trial.• It is equally important to listen to what others think of what we do, so we can do it better.• Moreover he is considered to be a founder of the professional national dramatic art

• After nine months of pregnancy, the time has finally arrived #2 Linking Words to Compare

These are linkings words to compare:

whereas by comparison but where yet compared to on the other hand up against however balanced against nevertheless in contrast on the contrary although meanwhile after all Examples • However, the tropical lowlands is where illegal coca growing and cocaine refining is concentrated.

• Meanwhile, the population remains very concerned about the fate of those in prison.• On the contrary,those weapons endanger peace and stability.• The region is relatively well off by comparison with the rest of the developing world.• These figures are relatively low, compared to Africa or Southeast Asia.• On the other hand, most people tend to trust their experience • In contrast, nobody has dared to contest the truths they contain.#3 Linking Words to Prove

These are linking to prove something or state your reasons:

because moreover for besides since indeed for the same reason in fact obviously in addition evidently in any case

furthermore that is Examples • Please enter a valid email address since you will be sent an email including a link to activate your account.• Evidently previous rights are not taken into account.• Indeed, this is an historic moment you are presiding over • In fact, if left unchecked bacteria levels can double in number every 20 minutes.#4 Linking Words to Show Sequence

These connector or linking words are used to show sequence:

first second third so forth next then following this now at this point after afterward subsequently