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    This document provides examples of different types of linking words that can be used in IELTS writing to connect ideas and support arguments. It separates linking words into categories such as listing, adding information, giving examples, highlighting consequences, concessions and contrasts, reasons and causes, opinions, and practice examples. Over 50 linking words are defined across 12 different categories to help writers improve cohesion, clarity, and organization in their essays.

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    of 12

    Linking Words

    Listing
    This is often used to either put your paragraphs in order or used inside
    the paragraph to list your supporting points.

    firstly
    secondly
    thirdly
    fourthly
    lastly /last but not least / finally
    Adding Information
    You will need to support your main points in your IELTS essay. These linkers inform the read
    that extra information is about to be presented.

    in addition
    additionally
    furthermore
    moreover
    also
    not only but also
    as well as
    and
    Giving Examples
    It is often useful to give examples to support your ideas in IELTS writing task 2.
    Make sure you use this range of linking words to do so.

    for example
    one clear example is
    for instance
    such as
    namely
    to illustrate
    in other words
    Results and Consequences
    These linking devices can be used for solution essays or any essay when you
    need to explain the consequences of something.

    as a result
    consequently
    therefore
    thus
    hence
    so
    for this reason
    Highlighting and Stressing
    It is important to be clear about what you mean in your essay. These
    linking words help you stress particular points.

    particularly
    in particular
    specifically
    especially
    obviously
    of course
    clearly
    Concessions and Contrasts
    You often need to give opposite ideas, particularly for discussion essays so the linking words below will
    help you show the reader when you want to introduce an opposite point. Also you might want to give
    exceptions to a rule for a concession.
    admittedly
    however
    nevertheless
    even though
    although
    but
    despite
    in spite of
    still
    on the other hand
    by contrast
    in comparison
    alternatively
    another option could be
    Reasons and Causes
    These connecting words will help you explain reasons and causes for
    something which is very common in IELTS writing task 2, especially for
    cause / solution
    essays.
    because
    owing to
    due to
    since
    as
    Giving your Opinion
    in my opinion
    I think
    I believe
    I admit
    in my view
    I concur / agree
    I disagree / I cannot accept

    Dont make a mistake with the way you express your opinion
    Practice with Linking Words
    Improve your use of linking words by fill in the gaps below with linking words from the
    above list.

    There are a number of drawbacks to people using Facebook as a way of


    communicating (1) it is (2).. one of the most
    common social networking platforms for both individuals and businesses.
    (3).. the lack of exercise taken by average people, obesity
    and other weight related problems are on the rise.
    Unemployment and poverty, (4) .. in urban areas, is often deemed to
    be the cause of rising crime rate.
    (5) .. the rise in urban crime, more and more people continue to move to
    cities looking for a better life.
    More children are becoming obese and (6).. schools should be
    encouraged to provide more sports lessons and outdoor activities.
    Answers

    1. even though
    2. admittedly
    3. Due to / Owing to ( you cant have because of because it is at the
    beginning of a sentence)
    4. particularly / especially / specifically
    5. despite
    6. therefore / so / for this reason

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