Estructura básica de un párrafo en inglés

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Estructura básica de un párrafo en inglés

Resumen

Aprender a escribir un párrafo en inglés es más fácil cuando entiendes su estructura básica: topic sentence, supporting sentences y concluding sentence. Esta guía te muestra cómo organizar tus ideas con claridad para que tu escritura académica fluya como una conversación bien argumentada. Es ideal si estás dando tus primeros pasos en academic writing o quieres mejorar tu redacción en inglés.

¿Por qué un párrafo en inglés se compara con una hamburguesa?

La analogía es simple y se queda contigo. Una hamburguesa tiene pan arriba, ingredientes en el medio y pan abajo. Un párrafo funciona igual: una oración que abre, varias que sostienen la idea y una que cierra [00:24].

Cada parte cumple una función específica:

Topic sentence: presenta el tema y lo delimita.
Supporting sentences: respaldan la idea con ejemplos, estadísticas o argumentos.
Concluding sentence: parafrasea o reformula lo que ya se dijo.

Esta estructura no es decorativa. Es lo que hace que tu lector entienda hacia dónde vas desde la primera línea.

¿Cómo identificar la topic sentence en un párrafo?

La topic sentence es la oración que abre el párrafo y le dice al lector dos cosas: cuál es el tema y qué vas a decir sobre ese tema. No basta con nombrar el tópico, hay que limitarlo.

En el ejemplo del libro Writing Academic English de Oshima y Hogue, el párrafo sobre el oro empieza así: Gold, a precious metal, is prized for two important characteristics [01:30]. Aquí el tema es gold, pero el ángulo está acotado a dos características importantes. Esa delimitación es la que guía todo el resto del párrafo.

¿Qué es una topic sentence? Es la oración inicial de un párrafo que presenta el tema y anuncia el ángulo específico que se va a desarrollar. Funciona como promesa al lector.

¿Qué función cumplen las supporting sentences?

Las supporting sentences son las que sostienen la promesa de la topic sentence. Aquí entran ejemplos, datos y argumentos que dan peso a tu idea principal.

En el párrafo sobre el oro hay dos oraciones que sostienen directamente el tema: First of all, gold has a lustrous beauty that is resistant to corrosion y Another important characteristic of gold is its usefulness to industry and science [02:30]. Cada una abre una de las dos características anunciadas.

Lo interesante es lo que viene después de cada oración de soporte. Por ejemplo, se menciona una moneda macedonia que sigue intacta 25 siglos después de su creación, y el uso del oro en los trajes de astronautas con escudos térmicos gold-plated. Esos detalles no son relleno: son la evidencia que vuelve creíble tu argumento.

¿Cuántas supporting sentences debe tener un párrafo?

No hay un número fijo. Lo que importa es que cada idea de la topic sentence tenga al menos una oración que la respalde y, si es posible, ejemplos concretos que la ilustren. Si tu topic sentence anuncia dos características, necesitas mínimo dos bloques de soporte.

¿Qué hace la concluding sentence al final del párrafo?

La concluding sentence cierra el párrafo reformulando lo que ya dijiste. No introduce información nueva, parafrasea.

En el ejemplo del oro, la oración de cierre es: In conclusion, gold is treasured not only for its beauty but also for its utility [03:30]. Fíjate cómo retoma las dos características anunciadas al inicio (belleza y utilidad), pero con palabras distintas. Esa es la clave del paraphrasing: decir lo mismo de otra forma para reforzar la idea sin sonar repetitivo.

¿Cómo se escribe una concluding sentence? Reformula la topic sentence usando sinónimos o reordenando la estructura. Resume las ideas principales sin agregar datos nuevos ni abrir temas.

¿Cómo practicar la estructura de un párrafo en inglés?

La mejor forma de interiorizar esta estructura es escribiendo. Aquí tienes tres topic sentences propuestas para que elijas una y desarrolles tu propio párrafo [04:20]:

Learning online requires discipline and motivation.
When buying cell phones, people should look for two important features.
Driving requires alertness and skill.

Elige la que más te interese y construye tu párrafo dividiéndolo claramente en las tres partes. Empieza con la topic sentence, agrega dos o tres supporting sentences con ejemplos reales y cierra parafraseando.

¿Qué errores evitar al escribir tu primer párrafo?

No dejar la topic sentence demasiado amplia. Si dices solo Driving is important, no estás delimitando nada.
No saltar de una idea a otra sin sostenerla con ejemplos.
No copiar tu topic sentence tal cual en la concluding sentence. La idea es parafrasear, no repetir.

Comparte tu párrafo en los comentarios y revisa que cada parte cumpla su función. ¿Cuál de los tres temas vas a elegir?

Comentarios

Brandon Saúl Roldán Morales

Estudiante

From a sentence to a paragraph:

A paragraph is like a hamburger, is not as delicious as a hamburger

Topic Sentence: We state the topic, we also limit that topic
Supporting sentences: We support that topic sentences with give examples, use statistics
Concluding sentence: We restate, we paraphrase what we said in the topic sentence.

Learning online:

Learning online requires discipline and motivation. In the last years the use of the technology to learn skills, hobbies, languages are increasing this is due to the birth of startups that teach to people with a low cost and first world quality classes, examples of these are Platzi, Udemy, Coursera, Crehana, Duolingo.

These platforms can help you to improve your skills or acquire new skills, try one and tell me how that change your life and your perspective of online education.

Maria Alejandra Liscano

Estudiante

Thanks!

Carlos Andres Osorio Diaz

Estudiante

Awesome! Tkx!!

Christopher Cid beroiza

Estudiante

Learning Online Learning online requires discipline and motivation. First of all discipline is needed to achieve any goal that you intend to achieve, since there are a lot of distraction, you must to estay focus in what you are studying. Motivaction is also required, you need to feel motivated about the final goal, answering the "why you are doing that?", it's really iimportant to keep motivation up, and knowing the cause you can remember to yourself and push forward. In conclusion, learning itself it's and important skill, and know the better way to do it, it will push you to keep doing it just because you can start to see results, but as any other skill, iin the begining you must to be patient.

Santiago Tellez Hernandez

Estudiante

Topic sentence:

Gold characteristics
Gold uses. Supporting sentences:
First of all, gold has a lustrous beauty that is resistant to corrosion. Therefore, it is suitable for jewelry, coins......
Another important characteristic of gold is its usefulness to industry and science. Learning online Learning online is one of the most useful learning tools created during century 21. One of the advantages of this new way to learn about different topics, it's that you can learn, no matter where you are. Additionally, platforms such as Platzi, Coursera, Udemy, among others, allow you to adapt those platforms to your schedule, and not that you have to adapt to them, like in traditional education. Last but not least, if you choose to study on these kinds of platforms, you need motivation and to be disciplined, because no one is to tell you what you have to study or which courses you need, you have to be curious, disciplined, and create different study strategies. In conclusion, online education is a great way if you want to learn about topics in your own way, but you have to be disciplined and create different strategies to never lose your motivation.

Felipe Bernardo González Barranco

Estudiante

Well done!

Juliana Andrea Corzo Macana

Estudiante

HIGH PURCHASES OF CELL PHONES. Nowadays, cell phones are something indispensable in the way of communicating with other people, and is essential to know what kind of cell phone is going to be bought. There are two important features we will share with you for taking into account at the time of getting a new cell phone; first, the cell phone needs to have a considerable storage capacity to save all the important documents and images such as a person who constantly works in an office or receiving a big quantity of information, then, you make sure of the camera it has, the definition and quality are being required to share, post and sending images with different purposes, as personal as working life. In general, if you are thinking of making a cell phone purchase you are supposed to watch a bit about its camera resolution and storage capacity, don’t forget it.

I'd appreciate your feedback

Andrés Moncada

Profesor

Hey Juliana! Remember titiles do not have periods or commas.

Nowadays, cell phones are something indispensable in the way of communicating with other people, THAT IS WHY IT is essential to know what kind of cell phone is going to be bought. There are two important features TO TAKE into account at the time of getting a new cell phone; first, the cell phone needs to have a considerable storage capacity to save all the important documents and images. FOR INSTANCE, a person who constantly works in an office AND RECEIVES a big quantity of information WOULD NEED A REALLY GOOD STORAGE CAPACITY SINCE THAT PERSON MIGHT GET A LOT OF INFORMATION ON HIS DEVICE. Besides, you SHOULD make sure the camera has the definition and quality required.//EXAMPLE NEEDED//. TO SUM UP, if you are thinking of making a cell phone purchase you OUGHT TO watch a bit about its camera resolution and storage capacity, don’t forget it!

Keep up the good work!!

Orlando Galdamez Guevara

Estudiante

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TOPIC: Learning Online.

Learning online requires discipline and motivation. Nowadays, there are plenty of tools that can help us learn almost anything we can imagine. Nevertheless, you should create a structured plan in order to improve.

Why is it so important to maintain discipline? Discipline means moving forward despite challenges or difficulties, even if you have had a tough day. It also means being consistent every single day.

Additionally, having a strong commitment to your progress and routine is essential, so it is recommended that you take time to plan what you are going to study throughout the day and stick to it.

On the other hand, motivation also plays a crucial role when people are learning online due to the enormous amount of information available. Some learners might even feel overwhelmed or demotivated.

Therefore, it is recommended that you set a clear goal from the beginning before starting.

Overall, the internet opens up a great opportunity for us to explore what we want to learn; we only need to avoid distractions, stay disciplined, and set clear goals.

hosorio8002

Estudiante

Learning online requires discipline and motivation; you must be constant in developing the assigned tasks and attend the classes in the correct order. If any point is not understood, you should review the master class again to comprehend the idea and stay focused. It's never too late, learning online is a great opportunity to achieve your goals with perseverance and focus.

Fernando Javier Ramos García

Estudiante

Learning online is one of the most challenging activities you can afford since you need to have two important characteristics: discipline and motivation. Discipline is fundamental to every project you plan to achieve because it could give you momentum in the long way. Think about it as a sportsman trying to gain the first position in his field, all the things (study, train) he has to do even to consider competing. The next big thing to have is motivation. It would be best to be clear about all the reasons you want to reach your goals and to stay tuned with all the stuff you have to do. For all these reasons, discipline and motivation are two powerful tools to make your dreams true.

Nelson Bello

Estudiante

Paragraph structure: Topic sentence + Supporting sentences + Concluding sentence.

Topic sentence: In this sentence, we state the topic but also limit that topic.
Supporting sentences: We support the topic sentence with evidence, examples, or statistics to the argument.
Concluding sentence: We paraphrase what was said before in the paragraph.

Christian Isturiz

Estudiante

It is well known that learning online requires discipline and motivation. Online Education is typically self-paced, and it means that you can learn in your own time and schedule. Sounds great! But it implies discipline for not procrastinate unnecessarily. So one recomendation that is given when studying online is making a schedule and following it. On the other hand, learning online without goals and objectives surely will lead to failure, so it’s vital to understand why is the person going to take a course, and in that way the person will focus in the result more than in the process. In conclussion, for achiving a succesful learning online process it is important to make a schedule but also following it and having in mind the reasons that motives a person to take a course.

Carlos Alberto De La Cruz Rayme

Estudiante

Learning online.

Learning online requires two important aspects: discipline and motivation. Discipline is important because it is too easy not to put sufficient effort into learning. This happens because the student does not have a professor around them. Also, some courses are asynchronous, and learning depends completely on the student. On the other hand, motivation is also key because it creates a better environment for learning. This happens because when students are motivated, they can pay more attention and enjoy the courses. In conclusion, online learning requires discipline and motivation to work.

Ligia Amalia Vasquez Rafaelano

Estudiante

Driving

Driving requieres alertness and skill. First of all, a driver must be aware of his/her surroundings. There are many vehicles circulating at once on the Street; some drivers are reckless and may cause accidents. Drivers also need to respect pedestrian. Even though there are designated places where pedestrians should cross, sometimes they do not use them and cross in the middle of the street, which is so dangerous not only for themselves but also for the automobilist. Furthermore, drives must not to eat or use technological devices like cellphones while driving. They need to focus their full attention on the road to respond to emergency instantly.

Another important aspect having the skill to drive. An inexperience driver with no confidence or who is not skillful enough is a major risk to others. His or her is reaction and decisión-making process can be compromise in risky situations. Furthemore, he or she may be unable to control the vehicle, causing it to collide with other drivers, which may result in tragedy. If a person is new to driving, he or she should practice in less crowded places under supervisión of a experience person.

In conclusion, driving is an activity that should not be taken lightly, as it is necesary to be alert and skillful enough to drive safely to protect not pnly yourself but also everyone else.

Lorena Alejandra Pinto

Estudiante

Topic sentence:

Driving requires alertness and skill.

Supportin sentences:

<u>Drectly suport sentences:</u>

1. One of the most important points is that people should not be overconfident in their abilities.

1.1. When people believe they have everything under control, they lose focus on small but crucial details, overlook dangerous signs, and relax their posture, which can lead to accidents.

2. Another important aspect is that driving involves many people moving around a machine (car) that is highly dangerous.

2.1. It is considered highly dangerous due to its large size, the speed it can reach, and its interaction in public spaces where there are different types of road users – pedestrians, cyclists, and others – who are at increased risk due to their physical condition compared to each other.

Conclusion:

This is why a person driving a car needs to be prudent, take care of themselves, and look out for other road users.

Cristian Contreras

Estudiante

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Why learn online requires discipline and motivation?

Learn some topics online get a lot of benefits like allowed you to studing wherever you want. But for this benefit you need to sow a few kind of habits like discipline and motivation; for that, study something that you like is crucial, create he habits ir important as well. So, you can learn online whatever you want, but for that you must conquer some habits.

ChatGpt corrections:

Learning online offers many benefits, such as allowing you to study wherever you want. However, to enjoy these advantages, you need to develop habits like discipline and motivation. Studying something you enjoy can help you stay motivated, and building strong habits is also essential. You can learn anything online, but first you must cultivate the habits that make it possible.

Camilo Andrés Villegas Roche

Estudiante

Topic sentence:

Driving require alertness and skill.

Supporting sentences: Driving could be dangerous because of many reasons, you need to know how to work with your engine whether it is automatic or manual, so you can know if there is something wrong and knowing what to do in case of any happening, that is the skilling part of driving, you need to develop this some skills when it's about to know how your vehicle works. Once you're enough skilled to drive you must never forget to be alert on the road, because you can be as proficient in driving as an expert, but there are a lot of extra-items to have in mind out there in the streets that you can not control, like people walking, animals, and other vehicles that can have issues or maybe drivers who are not enough skilled to drive so you have to be reactive and cautious for avoiding accidents.

Concluding sentence:

I summary being always alert and knowing how to drive are the two principal requirements for safe driving.

Platzi Team

Estudiante

Topic sentence

Learning online requires discipline and motivation

Supporting sentence

Discipline is the most important skill you will need because you don't have any imposed deadlines or goals. You will have to set both your objectives and the time of day you practice for yourself. However, discipline is useless if you don't have motivation, since motivation pushes you to start. In other words, it gives you the desire to begin.

Concluding sentence

To sum up, you need motivation to start and discipline to finish your objectives.

Daniel Calvo

Estudiante

Cell phones, years ago, made it hard to communicated with people, friends, and family. But cell phones have changed that, this little device has change the way we communicate with each other. Nowadays, we even overcommunicated. if something happens in other country, we can be aware of it immediately.

When should we buy a cell phone? I would suggest right now! Cell phones have become one of the most important devices in our lives. So, if you are going to buy one, here are two main things you need to consider:

1. Battery life: The battery is very important because you don’t want it run out during a important situation.

2. Durability: Choose a cell phone that you know will last you at least 3 years. Don’t waste money on a cell phone that is not going to last longer that.

In conclusion cell phone are now an important part of our lives to stay connected with family, friends, and even the world. so don’t waste money on a device that won’t give you real value.

Rubén Cuello

Estudiante

Isn't it "go out outside" a bit redundant? It sounds funny to me.

Norma Natalia Moreno Espinoza

Estudiante

Hello! Indeed it is hehehe.. ~

Maria Alejandra Rojas Castro

Estudiante

Learning online requires discipline and motivation. There was a big mind change when in pandemic all students had to take class online because the academic world it is not prepared to develop softwares and use conference platforms mean while there were a lot of students trying to adapt theyslef to the new way to do things. That required to be more disciplined and motived.

Luis Jiménez

Estudiante

Learning Online

Over the decades, technology development is a life changing on our lives, it allow us to complete tasks efficiently, related to our work activities, houshold chores, studying, among other aspects.

As far as studying, nowadays we can watch online classes whenever and wherever we want to, we just need internet and a electronic device. This is helpful since we can schedule our learning time, leading to master a subject and eventually take this knowledge into practice.

However is not as easy as it sounds; It requires a bunch of discipline regardless if we feel like doing it or not. Being motivated impacts our performance, however we don't have to depend on it, it's about being consistent overtime in order to learn anything and develop skills related to it.

Cristian Camilo Bulla Murcia

Estudiante

Challenges of Learning Online

Learning online requires discipline and motivation. Discipline because you need to schedule time on your own to learn and motivation to continue without any distractions around you. Moreover, online learning is really helpful to people with limited time. During the last ten years, the learning online platforms have grown significantly because their facilities and the access to the resources for students. As a result, they have attracted a large number of students to their communities. In summary, online learning is a key goal for many people around the world, but you have to be disciplined and maintaining the motivation.

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