Transitions are linking expressions that allow you to connect clauses within a sentence and sentences within a paragraph. By using them, you’ll be able to enrich your speech and writing.
The following list of transitions is by no means exhaustive and provided merely as an example:
Function
|
Transition |
Showing the cause/effect | Thus,… |
Adding information | Moreover,… |
Showing a contrast | However,… |
Showing the sequence | Firstly,… |
Showing time | Meanwhile |
Emphasizing | In fact,… |
Showing similarities | Similarly |
Giving examples | For example,… |
Showing the position | below |
Concluding and summarizing | In conclusion,… |
As part of the Business Communication program, students learn and practice using transitions in their written work and business presentations.
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