Connectors in English Grammar

There are different types of connectors in English and each of those has a
different use. So, how to use connectors? Let’s check all of those sentence
connectors and the examples.

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Contrast
Logical connectors to
show the contrast Sentence Linkers example

But I wanted to go swimming but I am so tired.

However The film received good ratings; however, it was very long.

On the other hand/ on I was eager to join them for the vacation but on the other
the one hand hand, my exam dates were getting closer.

Remind them beforehand otherwise, they might leave without

Otherwise taking the tickets.

Unlike Zoey loved hot chocolate, unlike John.

Zoey may not perform up to the mark in science subjects, but

Conversely conversely, he has an impeccable hold in literature.

At the same time She felt guilty and depressed at the same time.

In spite of heavy rainfall, he took out his scooter and headed

In spite of towards the hospital.

Despite She kept on arguing despite her mistake.

He could manage the cooking part even though that would

Even though/ Although not taste awesome.

They are still present.

I have not received it yet.

What you said was right but nevertheless harsh.

Still/ Yet/ Nevertheless

Even so He had a headache but even so, he went to pick her up.

On the contrary Mother thought John was studying but on the contrary, he
 was sleeping.

Rehan Infotech made a profit of Rs. 5 Crore in contrast to

In contrast last financial year’s loss of Rs. 10 Lakhs.

All of her daughters are engineers whereas the younger one

Whereas chose to be a teacher.

Cause & Effect Connector Words

These kinds of sentence connectors are used for explaining the reasons behind
something.

Cause & effect sentence

connector words Example of linkers in English grammar

I slept very late last night, therefore, I missed the

Therefore morning prayer.

The blue bag was full so he kept the packet in the yellow
So bag.

Because

Thus

He is looking for a formal trouser because he has an

Hence important meeting tomorrow.

Due to The match got cancelled due to the heavy rain.

As a result As a result of the heavy rain, the match got cancelled.

Consequently I got stuck in the traffic consequently I missed the flight.

Since she loves ice cream so much, I decided to give her

Since an ice-cream printed dress.

Seeing that he was losing the fight, he started blaming

Seeing that her mother.

Both the siblings were mentally unstable on account of

On account of their disturbed childhood.

Connectors of Sequence and Conclusion

Sequence, conclusion and Example of connector words in sentences
 time connectors

Later Later, it all got resolved.

After He also left after his wife.

Before You have to try before coming to a conclusion.

Once you reach the office, then make a call to the

Then supervisor.

Next The next episode is going to be very interesting.

Soon They are soon to graduate.

Finally Finally, the war came to an end,

Second/ Secondly Secondly, you have to manage the team.

At first sight At first sight, he appeared to be very arrogant.

First First, you should go to the washroom and take a bath.

First of all, they are not my family and I can not be held
First of all responsible for their immature behaviour.

In the first place, take care of the pets and then do the rest
In the first place of your work.

To start with To start with, I asked her to tell us about her hobbies.

Lastly Lastly, we had our dinner and left.

And finally And finally, the day of the verdict came.

In conclusion, it is always better to take prevention than

In conclusion cure.

Advanced Connectors
Advanced
connectors Use of linkers in sentences

In addition/ The umbrella will protect you from the Sun, besides it will also come
besides handy if rainfall starts.

On top of that And on top of that, you will also get incentives.

Furthermore He was tired and hungry furthermore he was ill.

 You have to cook lunch and moreover that you also have to go to
Moreover the market in the evening.

What’s more, now you have all that is required to have a wonderful
What’s more vacation.

Purpose
Most common connector
words Linkers example

In order to In order to prove him wrong, he started shouting.

So as to You have to study hard so as to improve your career.

Give me your resume so that I can forward it to the right

So that department.

I want to finish my work today so that I can spend my

In order that weekend relaxing.
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Examples for Better Understanding
Example Linkers in English Grammar
Example sentence connectors Linkers example

For example For example, take the rising graph of air pollution.

For instance I like a few vegetables, for instance, potato, cabbage etc.
Opinion English Connectors List

Different opinion
connectors in English Use of linker words in sentences

To tell the truth To tell the truth, I didn’t like the show at all.

Personally The show must go on, personally I think so.

To be honest, I don’t support the idea of destroying her

To be honest career.

I think that He has run away, I think.

It is true that a lot of hard work has been put in here but I
It is true that really can’t see any reflection of that.
 I agree I agree with her decision.

As far as I am concerned As far as I am concerned, I am done with it.

I disagree with the thought of buying a new car even when

I disagree we already have two.

From my point of view The sin is terrific from my point of view.

Explanatory Linkers in English Grammar

Explanatory sentence
connectors Linkers example

More or less There will be more or less 30 guests.

In general Old people, in general, like to spend time with their grandkids.

Especially It’s tough to sleep, especially after the strong coffee we drank.

In particular All women, in particular, have to be strong and determined.

Essentially An electric kettle is useful essentially for the winter months.

Basically The cake is basically full of chocolates.

The problem, In other words, is that we have to re-write the

In other words whole script.

In short The outing, in short, could not lift up my mood.

The idea behind the meeting is, above all, to make the
employees aware of the current financial crisis faced by the
Above all company.

At least now when you know that we are here, you can jump in
At least any day.

Emphasis Connector Words

English
connectors list Example

Also He was told to study and also to take care of the dog.

Indeed She was sweet indeed but needed proper grooming.

Of course Sportsmen have a competitive approach while playing but of course,

 that should not be carried off the ground,

Certainly, she has witnessed something cruel otherwise she would

Certainly not be so nervous.

Specifically He specifically looked for a diamond-studded ring.

Significantly Her health was significantly improving.

Notably Her academic career has been notably amazing.

Addition Linkers in English Grammar

Sentence
connectors Linker words example

As well as The sound, as well as the picture quality, is amazing.

I introduced him to the other members and that’s it, I had no further
Further conversation.

and then John came from swimming and then left for basketball coaching.

And He and other members went to the party.

Too He too misbehaved with the maid.

In addition to the notes, the teacher also suggested some reference

In addition to books for the preparation.

Not only – but We are not only harming the environment but also becoming inhuman
also day by day.

Or We can go to the movies or to the park.

Comparison

English comparison
connectors list English connectors example

As …as He is as good as his sister.

Equally Both of them are equally talented.

As if It seems as if they have cried a lot.

We have chosen our group members, similarly, you can do that

Similarly too.
 Comparable Today’s weather is comparable with that of Darjeeling.

Like He was determined to get a high-rank job like his cousin.

In like manner All responded in a like manner.

In the same way Now do the rest of the drawing in the same way as I did.

Despite this She kept on going despite this injury on her left feet.

You can go to that Italian restaurant or alternatively you can

even choose the Mexican food counter on the opposite side of
Alternatively the road.

By the way By the way, here is my card.

Unless I won’t pay you unless you drop me to the right stoppage.
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Illustration Connectors in English Grammar
Where linkers are used? Check out the table below
with examples
Connector
words Example

There are many famous railway stations in the state of West Bengal
Such as such as Howrah, Sealdah, Ghum etc.

In this case In this case, emotion will matter more than logic.

For one thing He dedicated his entire youth for one thing only.

Illustrated by The entire story was illustrated by Mr Sameer in a very clear manner.
Clause Connectors

Clause connectors are connector words used for connecting or joining clauses
to create a grammatical and logical sentence.

There are three groups under clause connectors:

# Subordinator/ subordinating conjunction

# Coordinating conjunction

# Sentence connector

Subordinator/ Subordinating Conjunction

# After

# Before

# Since

# Until

# When

# While

# Because

# Since

# To make a contrast

# Even though

# Though

# Whereas

Coordinating Conjunction

# And

# But

# Yet

# Or
# Nor

# For

# And so

Sentence Connector

# Furthermore

# In addition

# Besides

# Moreover

# However

# Nevertheless

# Otherwise

# Consequently

# And therefore