50+ Transition Words For English Conversations
Summary
TLDRIn this educational video, Jennifer from JForrestEnglish.com introduces over 50 transition words to enhance English vocabulary for advanced, professional communication. She explains the purpose of these words in organizing ideas and showing connections, with examples ranging from casual to formal contexts. The lesson covers various categories of transition words, including those for cause and effect, chronology, contrast, addition, generality, examples, emphasis, and conclusion. Jennifer also offers a bonus tip on using these words to expand ideas, encouraging viewers to practice in the comments and subscribe for more English learning resources.
Takeaways
- š The video aims to add over 50 transition words to viewers' advanced English vocabulary to enhance their spoken and written English.
- š£ļø Jennifer from JForrestEnglish.com emphasizes the importance of using transition words in both formal writing and spoken English to sound advanced and professional.
- š Viewers are encouraged to subscribe and enable notifications for new lessons on the channel dedicated to boosting English confidence in public speaking.
- š Transition words help organize ideas and show connections between them, making communication more structured and coherent.
- š The script categorizes transition words into groups such as cause and effect, chronology, contrast, addition, generality, examples, emphasis, and conclusion.
- š Examples are provided to illustrate how to use transition words in sentences, showing the relationship between ideas and enhancing the flow of speech or writing.
- š The video script lists transition words from most formal to least formal, allowing viewers to choose the appropriate level of formality for their context.
- š The use of transition words in business contexts is highlighted, demonstrating how they can be used to articulate cause and effect in professional scenarios.
- š Chronology transition words are explained to show the sequence of events, making narratives or explanations more organized and easier to follow.
- š¤ The script suggests using contrasting transition words to handle opposing ideas, providing a way to express complexity in arguments or discussions.
- š The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to practice using transition words in the comments section, applying them to expand on ideas and improve their English fluency.
- š A free speaking guide is offered on JForrestEnglish.com, providing additional resources for those looking to improve their English speaking skills.
Q & A
What is the purpose of the video by Jennifer from JForrestEnglish.com?
-The purpose of the video is to help viewers expand their advanced English vocabulary with over 50 transition words, enabling them to communicate more effectively in both written and spoken English, particularly in professional and academic contexts.
Why are transition words important in English communication?
-Transition words are important because they help organize ideas and show connections between them. They are commonly used in academic and formal writing, and can also enhance spoken English by making it sound more advanced and professional.
What is an example of using transition words to show cause and effect?
-An example given in the script is 'I spilled my coffee. As a result, I changed my shirt.' This shows the relationship between the two events, indicating that the action of changing the shirt was a consequence of spilling coffee.
How should one choose the appropriate transition word based on the context?
-The choice of transition word should reflect the formality of the context. More formal transition words like 'consequently' are suitable for academic or business contexts, while less formal words like 'so' or 'because' are more appropriate for everyday speech.
What is the role of transition words in showing the chronology of events?
-Transition words that show chronology, such as 'firstly', 'next', 'then', and 'finally', help organize events in a sequence based on when they occur, making the narrative or explanation clearer and more logical.
How can transition words be used to show contrast between two opposing ideas?
-Contrasting transition words like 'however', 'although', 'though', and 'but' are used to highlight the opposition between two ideas. For example, 'I love ice cream, but I'm lactose intolerant.'
What are some transition words used to add emphasis to a point?
-Transition words that add emphasis include 'in fact' and 'as a matter of fact'. They are used to strengthen a statement by providing additional supporting information.
How can conclusion transition words be utilized to end a speech or presentation?
-Conclusion transition words such as 'in conclusion', 'finally', 'ultimately', and 'to sum up' are used to signal the end of a speech or presentation, often to emphasize the final point or summary.
What is the bonus tip Jennifer shares about using transition words to expand ideas?
-The bonus tip is that transition words can be used to expand on ideas by adding contrast, examples, and additional information. This helps to develop a simple idea into a more comprehensive and detailed explanation.
Where can viewers find additional resources to improve their English speaking skills?
-Viewers can visit Jennifer's website, JForrestEnglish.com, to download a free speaking guide that provides six tips on how to speak English fluently and confidently.
How can viewers practice using transition words as suggested by Jennifer?
-Viewers are encouraged to practice by taking one idea and using three or more transition words from different categories to expand on that idea in the comments section of the video.
Outlines
š Introduction to Transition Words
Jennifer from JForrestEnglish.com introduces a lesson on advanced English transition words, aiming to boost viewers' confidence in public speaking for career and personal advancement. She emphasizes the importance of subscribing for new lessons and provides an overview of transition words as connectors in speech and writing. The first set of words is introduced to show cause and effect, with examples and a list ranging from formal to informal usage.
š° Chronological Transition Words
The second paragraph delves into transition words that indicate the sequence of events or chronology. Jennifer provides a list of such words, from 'first' to 'last but not least,' and illustrates their use in organizing ideas and making speech sound more advanced. She advises against repetitive use of the same transition words to maintain variety and sophistication in language.
š Contrast, Addition, and Generality Transition Words
Jennifer discusses transition words that express contrast, addition, and generality. She explains how to use these words to convey opposing ideas, add similar ideas, and indicate general truths. Examples include words like 'however' for contrast and 'furthermore' for addition, with a focus on varying formality to suit different contexts.
š Emphasis and Conclusion Transition Words
In the fourth paragraph, Jennifer introduces transition words used for emphasis and conclusion. She explains how to strengthen points and signal the end of a speech or presentation with words like 'in fact' and 'ultimately.' The paragraph also includes a list of conclusion words, from most formal to least formal, to help viewers effectively wrap up their ideas.
š Expanding Ideas with Transition Words
Jennifer concludes the lesson by demonstrating how to use transition words to expand on ideas, providing a practical example that incorporates contrast, example, and cause-and-effect to elaborate on the productivity of meetings. She invites viewers to practice in the comments and offers a free speaking guide from her website, emphasizing the utility of transition words in enhancing communication.
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Highlights
The video introduces 50+ transition words to enhance advanced English vocabulary.
Jennifer from JForrestEnglish.com helps viewers feel confident speaking English in public.
Transition words organize ideas and show connections between them.
They are commonly used in academic and formal writing, but also beneficial for spoken English.
Using transition words makes spoken English sound advanced and professional.
The video teaches how to use transition words to expand simple ideas into longer discussions.
First group of words shows cause and effect relationships.
Formal to informal transition words for cause and effect: Consequently, hence, etc.
Chronology transition words help sequence events in time.
Examples of chronology words: First, second, next, finally.
Contrast transition words are used to present opposing ideas.
Contrast words listed from most formal to least formal: However, although, but.
Addition transition words combine similar ideas, e.g., desserts or sweets.
Generality transition words indicate that something is true most of the time.
Example transition words strengthen points by adding specific instances.
Emphasis transition words make a point stronger with supporting information.
Conclusion transition words are used to end speeches or presentations effectively.
Bonus tip: Use transition words to expand on ideas in discussions.
Invitation for viewers to practice using transition words in the comments section.
Free speaking guide available on JForrestEnglish.com for improving English fluency.
The video concludes with a reminder to subscribe for more English learning content.
Transcripts
In this video, you're going to add 50Ā plus transition words to your advancedĀ Ā
English vocabulary. Of course, I'm Jennifer fromĀ JForrestEnglish.com And this channel is dedicatedĀ Ā
to helping you feel confident speaking English inĀ public so you can take your career and your lifeĀ Ā
to the next level. Now, before we go any further,Ā make sure you subscribe and hit that bell iconĀ Ā
so you're notified every time I post a newĀ lesson. Now, let's get started with this lesson.Ā Ā
So what exactly are transition words? Well,Ā transition words are individual words or groups ofĀ Ā
words, phrases, that you can use to organize yourĀ ideas and to show connection between your ideas.Ā Ā
They are commonly used in academic or formalĀ writing, but you shouldn't limit their use toĀ Ā
just that because you can absolutely use them inĀ your spoken English. And you should use them inĀ Ā
your spoken English to sound very advanced andĀ professional. And if you watch to the end ofĀ Ā
this video, I'm going to share how you canĀ use transition words to expand your ideas.Ā Ā
And to take a really simple idea and be able toĀ talk on that idea for longer using transitionĀ Ā
words. So stay right to the end. So let's getĀ started. You're going to learn over 50 transitionĀ Ā
words in this lesson. Don't feel overwhelmed, justĀ add them to your vocabulary as you go. Our firstĀ Ā
group of transition words are used to show causeĀ and effect, causation. So here I have two separateĀ Ā
ideas. I spilled my coffee. I changed my shirt.Ā Now this is where we can use a transition wordĀ Ā
to combine these ideas together and to show theĀ relationship between them. I spilled my coffee.Ā Ā
As a result, I changed my shirt. Cause and effect.Ā Here are the transition words in this category,Ā Ā
and they're listed from most formal to leastĀ formal. So you can take a screenshot of this.Ā Ā
Consequently, hence, accordingly, thus, for thatĀ reason, as a result, therefore, and so, since,Ā Ā
because, due to. Now the example I gave you,Ā I spilled my coffee. As a result, I changed myĀ Ā
shirt. This is a casual statement. It might soundĀ a little odd perhaps, out of place, to use a veryĀ Ā
formal transition word, such as consequently,Ā in such a common everyday speech. I spilled myĀ Ā
coffee. Consequently, I changed my shirt. YouĀ could absolutely say it. It's grammaticallyĀ Ā
correct. But the choice of transition word isĀ just a little too formal. So do not think thatĀ Ā
formal is the best, and you absolutely should useĀ formal. You should use formal when your ideas areĀ Ā
more formal. They're more academic. They're moreĀ professional, in a business context. Let's look atĀ Ā
a business context. The project is over budget.Ā We have to cut costs. So again, we'll show ourĀ Ā
cause and effect. We'll use a transition wordĀ to combine these ideas. And because it's a moreĀ Ā
formal context, I can use a more formal transitionĀ word. The project is over budget, hence,Ā Ā
consequently, thus, we have to cut costs. Our nextĀ group of transition words is chronology. This isĀ Ā
how events are related based on when they occur.Ā So think of time. Here are three events. I wentĀ Ā
to the store. I worked out. I made dinner. Now ofĀ course, we can add first, second, third, first,Ā Ā
next finally. That's chronology. And it instantlyĀ sounds more organized, and more advanced, whenĀ Ā
you add the transition words. So let's review theĀ transition words in this category. First, firstly,Ā Ā
to start, to begin, at the beginning, at theĀ start. Second, secondly, after, afterwards, next,Ā Ā
then, subsequently, later. Third, thirdly, after,Ā afterwards, next, then, subsequently, later,Ā Ā
finally, lastly, last but not least. NowĀ notice that for the second and third events,Ā Ā
many of the transition words are the same. You canĀ use after, after for the second and third event.Ā Ā
Or you can use the next, next for theĀ second and third and fourth and fifth event.Ā Ā
But you might want to avoid that so you don'tĀ sound repetitive using the same transition wordĀ Ā
again and again. So you can use nextĀ then. Then subsequently. SubsequentlyĀ Ā
finally. So you can use the different transitionĀ words just to show off your advanced vocabulary.Ā Ā
Our next category of transition words is toĀ show contrast, when you have two opposing ideas.Ā Ā
Let me give you two ideas. I love ice cream. I'mĀ lactose intolerant. So can you see how these twoĀ Ā
ideas are in opposition? I love ice cream isĀ great. It's a really positive thing. But I'mĀ Ā
lactose intolerant, that's negative and it alsoĀ means that I can't eat ice cream. So those ideasĀ Ā
are in opposition. So we can use our contrastingĀ transition words. However, although, though, but.Ā Ā
I love ice cream, but I'm lactose intolerant. SameĀ thing, the transition words are listed from mostĀ Ā
formal to least formal. Again, you could say, IĀ love ice cream. However, I'm lactose intolerant.Ā Ā
But again, these ideas are quite simple. So youĀ probably want a more simple transition work. OurĀ Ā
next category of transition words is additionĀ on similar ideas, I love ice cream. I love cake.Ā Ā
It's adding a similar idea because they're bothĀ in the same category, which is desserts or sweets.Ā Ā
The most common transition words, from most formalĀ to least formal, in this category are Furthermore,Ā Ā
moreover, further, additionally, in addition,Ā also, and. I love ice cream, and I love cake.Ā Ā
Obviously you know that one, so why not try toĀ advance your vocabulary by using, in addition.Ā Ā
I love ice cream. In addition, I love cake.Ā Now let's talk about generality. This is whenĀ Ā
things are true most of the time. The most commonĀ transition words in this category are, in general,Ā Ā
generally, generally speaking, by and large, forĀ the most part, most of the time, more often thanĀ Ā
not, usually, typically, mostly. So let's takeĀ an example. Our meetings are very productive.Ā Ā
Now of course I'm sure there's one or two meetingsĀ that aren't very productive. But most of the time,Ā Ā
in general, generally speaking, our meetings areĀ very productive. Now let's look at the category ofĀ Ā
examples. There are really only three mainĀ transition words. For example, as an example,Ā Ā
for instance. This software has really helped us.Ā Now it can make your points a lot stronger or helpĀ Ā
you expand on your idea by adding an example.Ā This software has really helped us. For example,Ā Ā
as an example, for instance, it reduced ourĀ error rate by 40%. Our next category is emphasis.Ā Ā
This category is used to make a point stronger byĀ adding more supporting information. Let's take aĀ Ā
simple example. I love pie. Now what if I wantedĀ to make this point stronger? I can say, it'sĀ Ā
my favorite dessert. I love pie. In fact, it's myĀ favorite dessert. I love pie. As a matter of fact,Ā Ā
it's my favorite dessert. These are the only twoĀ transition words that are commonly used to addĀ Ā
emphasis. And finally, conclusion transitionĀ words. Notice I just use a transition word,Ā Ā
and finally. That is a conclusion transitionĀ word. Now of course, in this category, we useĀ Ā
transition words when we want to end what we'reĀ saying. End our speech, end our presentation.Ā Ā
Here are the most common transition words listedĀ from most formal to least formal. In conclusion,Ā Ā
to conclude, to summarize, in sum, all thingsĀ considered, finally, overall, ultimately,Ā Ā
in the end, to wrap up, to sum up, all in all.Ā So let's say I'm ending my presentation at workĀ Ā
and I want my colleagues to remember one veryĀ important fact. And that fact is, if we wantĀ Ā
to remain competitive, we have to invest inĀ automation. Now to let my colleagues knowĀ Ā
that this is the last point I'm going to make,Ā my final point, I'm going to add a conclusionĀ Ā
transition word. Ultimately, if we want to remainĀ competitive, we have to invest in automation. SoĀ Ā
now you have 50 plus transition words to help youĀ communicate your ideas in a very professional andĀ Ā
organized way. Before you go, let me share a bonusĀ tip with you. You can use transition words to helpĀ Ā
you expand on your ideas. So let's take one idea.Ā In general, our meetings are very productive.Ā Ā
Now I can pick any category of transition wordsĀ to expand on this idea. I could add a contrast.Ā Ā
However, they usually run over time. So this isĀ an opposing idea. Now, let me give an example ofĀ Ā
my last point to add emphasis and to expand evenĀ more. For example, today our meeting was scheduledĀ Ā
to end at 11 and it went until 11:17. So let'sĀ expand on this even more. What was the effectĀ Ā
of the meeting running over by 17 minutes? As aĀ result, I was late for a meeting with a client.Ā Ā
Were there any other effects? If there were, IĀ could use an addition of a similar idea transitionĀ Ā
word. Additionally, I had to work through lunch toĀ catch up. As you can see, transition words are anĀ Ā
excellent way to expand on your ideas. SoĀ now it's your turn. In the comments below,Ā Ā
why don't you take three or more transitionĀ words and start with one idea and then justĀ Ā
pick any other category and expand on that ideaĀ with three or more transition words. So you canĀ Ā
do that in the comments below. And if you foundĀ this lesson helpful, please hit the like button,Ā Ā
share it with your friends and of courseĀ subscribe. And before you go, make sure youĀ Ā
head on over to my website JForrestEnglish.comĀ and download your free speaking guide. In thisĀ Ā
guide I share six tips on how to speak EnglishĀ fluently and confidently. And until next time,Ā Ā
which is my conclusion transition word,Ā and until next time, happy studying!
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