English Grammar : Connectors

Connectors in English – With New Example Sentences

1. Addition Connectors

(and, also, in addition, furthermore, moreover, as well as)

• She enjoys painting and sketching.
• He completed the project on time. Also, he helped his team finish theirs.
• In addition to her job, she volunteers at a local school.
• Furthermore, the report includes updated market data.
• The hotel offers free breakfast. Moreover, it has a swimming pool.
• The company hired designers as well as engineers.

2. Contrast Connectors

(but, however, although, though, even though, whereas, while, on the other hand)

• The movie was long, but it was exciting.
• He speaks three languages. However, he struggles with grammar.
• Although it was snowing, they went hiking.
• She smiled though she was upset.
• Even though he was late, he didn’t apologize.
• I prefer tea, whereas my sister likes coffee.
• While I enjoy reading, my friend loves movies.
• He is friendly. On the other hand, he can be very stubborn.

3. Cause and Effect Connectors

(because, since, as, so, therefore, thus, as a result)

• They canceled the match because it was raining.
• Since you’re here early, let’s start the meeting.
• As she was tired, she went to bed early.
• The roads were slippery, so we drove slowly.
• He broke the rule; therefore, he was punished.
• The machine stopped working; thus, production was delayed.
• She forgot to set the alarm. As a result, she missed the bus.

4. Time Connectors

(when, before, after, while, as soon as, until, since)

• I called her when I reached home.
• Before you leave, check the door is locked.
• After lunch, they went shopping.
• While he was cooking, the phone rang.
• As soon as the bell rang, students rushed out.
• Stay here until I come back.
• I haven’t seen her since last year.

5. Purpose Connectors

(so that, in order that, to, for the purpose of)

• He studies daily so that he can score well.
• She took extra classes in order that she could pass the exam.
• I set a reminder to avoid forgetting.
• They installed CCTV for the purpose of security.

6. Comparison Connectors

(like, as, just as, similarly, in the same way)

• He sings like a rockstar.
• She dances as her teacher taught her.
• Just as the earth moves around the sun, the moon orbits the earth.
• He completed the puzzle quickly. Similarly, his brother solved it in minutes.
• She explained the topic clearly. In the same way, he answered every question.

7. Emphasis Connectors

(in fact, especially, particularly, indeed, above all)

• She is very talented. In fact, she won three awards this year.
• I enjoy fruits, especially grapes.
• He loves sports, particularly football.
• The movie was long and boring. Indeed, many left before it ended.
• She is hardworking, punctual, and above all, honest.

8. Conclusion or Summary Connectors

(in conclusion, to sum up, therefore, finally, in short)

• In conclusion, we should take immediate action to save water.
• To sum up, the results show clear improvement.
• He broke the rule; therefore, he was disqualified.
• Finally, I want to thank everyone for their support.
• In short, they failed because they didn’t prepare.

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