Connectors of addition and contrast

Addition and contrast

They help to create a flow in your speaking (and writing), making it easy for listeners and readers to follow what you’re expressing. Today we’ll focus on linking words of addition and contrast in English.

Contrast

How to use them

Exercises

Addition

Specific place into a sentence

in addition, furthermore, moreover, besides, as well as, also, and

but, however, although, nevertheless, despite, in spite of.

Practice in speaking

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Read the pairs of sentences below. Which pair expresses similar ideas? Wich pair expresses contrasting ideas?

1. Their team has got the best players. Moreover, their coach is fantastic. 2. Their team has got the best players. Nevertheless, they lost the last game.

However,

“I enjoy going to the gym, however, I like to do outdoor activities.”

“I was feeling tired, nevertheless, I decided to go for a run.”

Nevertheless

“Despite the bad weather, I decided to go for a walk.”

Despite

in spite of

I love him in spite of his faults.

when you want to mention another item connected with the subject you are discussing

in addition

All employees receive paid vacation and sick leave. In addition, we offer a range of benefits for new parents

This word is used to add an additional reason or fact to a sentence.

Furthermore

“Eating healthy is important for overall well-being, furthermore, it can reduce the risk of chronic diseases.”

moreover

This word is used to add an additional idea or point to a sentence.

“I prefer to drink water instead of sugary drinks, moreover, it’s better for my teeth and overall health.”

Besides

This word is used to add an extra piece of information to a sentence.

“I like to read before going to bed, besides, it helps me to relax and fall asleep faster.”

1. They like English ... 2. He’s well-qualified ... he’s very charismatic. 3. The house is beautiful... 4. Sport is fun... 5. I play the piano... 6. Carmen is very practical... 7. I love dentistry ... 8. They like pasta... 9. Toluca is a nice city... 10. She studies quite a lot ...11. ... he works hard he hasn’t had a promotion for years. 12. I like Malhuma a lot...13. ... the rain, they went for a walk.14. I thought the film was terrible...

Choose the correct connector:

Nevertheless

1. Lorena seems to be quite clever. ................., she often gets low marks.

Moreover

2. The service at this restaurant is excellent. .............., the food is delicious.

despite

3. I've never been to Argentina, ......................having relatives there.

However

4. Jordi is a careful driver. ............., he’s had several accidents.

but

5. Cristina loves playing sport, ............. she’s not very good at it.

and

6. Anna is talented at music.................... art