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Transitional expressions
| LOGICAL RELATIONSHIP | TRANSITIONAL EXPRESSION |
|---|---|
| Similarity | also, in the same way, just as … so too, likewise, similarly |
| Exception/Contrast | but, however, in spite of, on the one hand … on the other hand, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, in contrast, on the contrary, still, yet |
- What's a good transition sentence?
- What are the 5 examples of transitions?
- How do you start a transition sentence?
- What is a transition sentence in a paragraph?
What's a good transition sentence?
What are the components of good transition sentences? They make an explicit connection between ideas, sentences, and paragraphs. Good transitions use specific words. Try to avoid using pronouns like “this” to refer to an entire idea because it is not always clear who or what “this” refers to.
What are the 5 examples of transitions?
Transitional Devices
- Of addition. Examples: also, besides, furthermore, moreover, etc. ...
- Of contrast. Examples: however, still, nevertheless, conversely, nonetheless, instead, etc. ...
- Of comparison. Examples: similarly, likewise. ...
- Of result. Examples: therefore, hence, thus, consequently, etc. ...
- Of time. Examples:
How do you start a transition sentence?
1. Transition Words
- First.
- In addition.
- In contrast.
- Next.
- Then.
- However.
- Obviously.
- Therefore.
What is a transition sentence in a paragraph?
In writing, a transition is a word or phrase that connects one idea to another. This connection can occur within a paragraph or between paragraphs. Transitions are used to show how sen- tences or paragraphs are related to each other and how they relate to the overall theme of the paper.
