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Transitional Words and Phrases for Writing

Here is a list of linking or transitional words and phrases you can use to link ideas in a paragraph/essay.
Addition words and phrases:
  • and
  • also
  • too
  • First/second/third
  • First of all
  • Next
  • After that 
  • Additionally
  • Equally important
  • Besides
  • In addition
  • Moreover
  • Further
  • Furthermore
  • Another (point, reason, etc.)
  • Finally
  • For these reasons
  • In conclusion
Opinion words and phrases:
  • I think
  • I believe
  • I feel
  • It’s my belief (that)
  • I strongly believe (that)
  • In my opinion
  • From my point of view
  • Based on what I know
  • I am convinced (that)
  • Speaking for myself
  • My favorite
  • The best
Cause and Effect words and phrases:
  • because
  • because of
  • due to
  • since
  • as
  • so
  • Therefore
  • As a result
  • Consequently
  • result in
  • lead to
  • One reason why
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