Vocabulary bank Linking words
We use linking words and phrases to join ideas together in a sequence, to show how the ideas are related.
Some linking words can be used to join independent and dependent clauses in a sentence: Examples:
The UK parliament is no longer sovereign
Other linking words join sentences in a text. Example:
EU law overrides domestic law in the legal systems of member states. As a result, the UK parliament is no longer sovereign.
When building an argument, it is a good idea to use linkers to add points:
Examples: Firstly, …
For example, … Secondly, …
Another point is … In addition, … … whereas … Moreover, … Finally, …
Using words with similar meanings to refer back in a text
It is a good idea to learn several words with similar or related meanings. We often build cohesion in a text by using different words to refer back to something previously mentioned. Examples:
First mention treaty
fewer … apply
Second mention international
agreement
falling numbers of … declining … implement
put into practice Recognizing fixed phrases from academic English (4)
In Units 7, 9 and 10, we learnt some key fixed phrases from general academic English. Here are some more to use when speaking: Don't misunderstand me.
I'm afraid that just isn't true. in an attempt to ... … is a case in point not only that, but ... Some people say … the effect of ...
the history of ... the presence of ...
there is a correlation between ... and … to some degree … to the extent that… What’s more ... with respect to ...
reduced … instigate
Third mention accord
Fourth mention pact
because EU law overrides domestic law OR in the legal system of member states, in the legal systems of member states.
Because EU law overrides domestic law the UK parliament is no longer sovereign.
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