Conectores en la Escritura: Guía Práctica

Clase 9 de 19 • Curso Intermedio de Escritura en Inglés

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Have a look at some other connectors here!

Angela Mateus

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I prefer the chocolate ice cream instead of hot chocolate.
I'm happy on sunny days, likewise the rainy days.
I love you,in other words, I don't hate you at all.
Workout is good for you, in fact, It's necessary!
As a result to study every day, you have to improve your English.
I love you, however, I have to go.

Maria Del Carmen Díaz

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Thank you!!

Ghyna V

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I was wondering for love instead of love myself.

If I say that I hate myself It will confusing if I say that I want to become better, in other words I’m trying to love myself and meanwhile work harder to reach my goals.

I have been thinking about myself for several months, I have been even thinking if all my time thinking is a waste of time. However, I decided stop my hesitations, create a plan and set one approach to succeed.

Franco Chalacan

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You are amazing do not forget about that

Reinaldo Martinez

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My goal is to improve my English skills. In addition, enhancing my soft skills along the way has been fantastic as well. With this, I would be able to understand other human beings around the world. Nevertheless, should not forget about our mother tongue. Moreover, people are so focus on the English language, that they are forgetting about the right usage of the Spanish rules and patterns. As a result, writers of the Spanish language will be dissapearing in our continents, if we focus only on learning and mastering a second language but not appreciating and loving the beauty of our mother tongue, which is Spanish in my case.

Alejandro Zuñiga Saavedra

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Intermediate Linking Words.

Practice:

Have a look at them, create your own examples, and leave them in the comments section.

- I love to travel; however, I don't have much time for it.

- In addition, to playing the piano, she also sings beautifully.

- He was tired; therefore, he went to bed early.

- She is not only a talented artist, moreover also a skilled dancer.

- I forgot to bring my umbrella, as a result, I got soaked in the rain.

Camilo Andrés Villegas Roche

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My band is getting ready for the christmas season. Furthermore, we are now printing T-shirts for selling.

We have had a lot of issues making the merch. Nevertheless we did it, therefore, we expect to earn more money in each concert. On the other hand, every year we make a big concert for charity. In fact, we really enjoy that one and we don't earn any money from it though

Platzi Team

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Today I slept a lot, nonetheless Im still tired
Colombia is one of the biggest cocaine's producers, in contrast, it produces the best coffe in the world
I studied so hard yesterday, thus I will approve the exam for sure
My idea for the celebration is, first going for dinner, afterward go to the disco
he is a great student; indeed, he got a recognition this year because of his grade in math

Madison Eduardo Herrera Carrión

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Is there a difference between connectors and liking words?

Francisco Ponce

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In general, "connectors" and "linking words" refer to the same type of words that are used to connect ideas and create coherence in writing or speech. They are also sometimes referred to as "transitional words" or "transition words."

These words can be used to show relationships between ideas, such as addition, contrast, cause and effect, and so on. Examples of connectors or linking words include "however," "therefore," "in addition," "nevertheless," "meanwhile," "similarly," "as a result," "in conclusion," and many others.

So, to answer your question, in terms of their function and use, "connectors" and "linking words" can be considered interchangeable. However, the specific terminology may vary depending on the context or the style guide being used.

Alexis Morales

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I like bananas. Moreover, I enjoy mangoes

I consider I have good English level. However, I have plenty of space to improve it.

I pay a Platzi subscription. As a result, I take courses.

Cristian Camilo Bulla Murcia

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I don't want to go to the bank; besides, today is Sunday.

It was raining heavily; nevertheless, they decided to play soccer.

The task was difficult; nonetheless, she completed it on time.

Ilba Geonine Cuadrado Peña

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Thanks

Carmen Victoria Angel Nieves

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I rather have Thai food than Argentine food.
- Your dad won't come to your birthday, in other words, he's dead. 🫥
- Indeed, we are broke.
- In fact, the food is rotten.
- I need to find a Nanni for my little sister, otherwise, I won't be allowed to go to the cinema with you guys.
- I enjoyed the movie, likewise the popcorn.
- Help me clean the salon quickly, thus we can leave early.
- I was thinking that you should increase my salary, otherwise I'll have no choice but to quit! ;)
- I don't want that orange soda, moreover it has sugar on it.

Jennyffer Paola Monroy Alarcon

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I just want to lay down on my bed and do nothing. Besides, I'm so tired because of work!
According to the socialism ideology, every person is equal. Nevertheless, some totalitarian systems rose at the beginnings of the XX century and reinforced the opposite idea.
Well, well well... Hear me out family: I'll place two options over the table: First we have pizza, on the other hand, we have burgers. Which one shall we choose?!...
I didn't study for my exam. As a result, I failed it.
<<...Afterward, you add 2 tablespoons of sugar. Then, you mix everything...>>
A mindfact is the graphic representation of an intelectual process. For example, math is a mindfact.
<<...likewise we have <u>toads</u>, which are certain types of <u>frogs</u>>>
Don't use single-use plastics; Rather try reusable containers such as the thermos.
<<...Hmmm... You could use One Note. Or alternatively employ Notion...>>
It's illegal to touch that. That is, if you put your finger on it you'll go to jail.
Dolphins are very smart animals. Indeed, they are very quick-learners.

Sofia Ortiz Trujillo

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Tomorrow I have to go to work, indeed I need work but I am so nervous because I had little time to learn all the topic, besides I am going to do dramatizations and I'm noy good at all in that. Nonetheless I have to work and I'll give my best.

María del Consuelo Irastorza Vázquez

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Learning English is a process. It has taken me time, I trust that the discipline will lead me to understand it and speak it fluently. It is important not to overload your brain; learning in manageable chunks is key. Study between 15 and 40 minutes a day – something that you can do without getting tired and that you can easily repeat. Only increase that time when you can study for 30 minutes with ease.

Mercedes Martínez

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Add: Swimming is the most complete sport, furthermore, it´s very funny and relax Add an unexpected: Swimming is a very funny sport, however, it´s very exhaustive Add a complete contrast: Swimming has several forms very different from each other: the competition with velocity, on the other hand, the synchronized swimming

ESNEYDI VANESA RODRIGUEZ BARRETO

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Most of the time, I drink coffee instead of soda. I enjoy spending time with my friends nevertheless I also want to be alone. I organize my house and do some cleaning meanwhile, I also listen to audiobooks.

Jose Diego Alvarez Paredes

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_To add a similar idea: *We are too young to be in a formal relationship. Besides, it demands a lot of time and money. *Messi is the best player in Barcelona's history, furthermore, he's the best player in soccer history. *In addition to the report, you have to send the files by email. *They really should train, moreover because of the level of the rivals.

To add an unexpected continuation: *I like CDMX, however, is an overpopulated city, *The Office is a hilarious show; nevertheless, the last two seasons are not that funny. *Mexican young soccer players are so talented; nonetheless, almost any of them get to the first division due to corruption. *I was too tired and still playing due to the importance of the match.

To add a complete contrast:

I go to bed so late, in contrast, my mom is already asleep at 10 p.m. *She behaves very well in school: on the other hand, she is such a tantrum girl at home.

To add a result: *He got promoted as a result of his performance. *They have a very intense fight. consequently, both of them were suspended. *She has changed her behavior. Therefore, she got a gift. *Thus, neither her mother nor the girl got angry or upset.

To list ideas: *I will be in charge of the programming meanwhile you take care of the electrical circuit.

We are going to read the problem; afterward, we are going to do brainstorming. *You can pick up Ximena and then, bring her home so I can take care of her. *She moved to his city; subsequently, she did not know anybody.

To give an example:

He has broken all the records; for example the record of more goals in a natural year. *There are a lot of industrial cities in Mexico where mechatronic engineering can develop; for instance, Guadalajara, Queretaro, Monterrey, Toluca, and so on.

To show similarities: *Both of them cook similarly to their mother. *Leo Dicaprio is a terrific actor; likewise, De Niro was.

To indicate "the first statement is not true; the second statement is true" *You think the universe is against you, instead, you should analyze the decisions you make. *A lot of people think Sinaloa is full of narcos; on the contrary, it is full of friendly and hardworking people. *Sometimes we are totally focused on superficial things rather, we should focus on the things that really matter such as health, family, and friends.

To give another possibility: *This is our main plan; on the other hand, if it fails we can use plan B. *He has to be here tomorrow for the opening; alternatively, the new guy can try. *You should film it; otherwise, Esteban will do it.

To add an explanation: *He is the GOAT, in other words, the best player in history. *"Norteño", that is, a group performing music from the north of Mexico, is coming tonight.

To make a stronger statement: *Indeed, there will not be any other player as good as him. *In fact, they have lived their entire life here.

Kevin Fiorentino

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I was reading my favorite book, meanwhile my husband cooked the dinner. Afterward, we went to the bed together.
Sleep well is very important for our healthy. In fact, if you don't sleep appropriate, you would feel very tired.
I like so much watch football on TV. In contrast to my brother, he hates any sport.

Kevin Fiorentino

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Besides the warm, today there is a lot of humidity in the city.
Still knowing he is his father, he didn't answer him.
You can write every day. Thus, your speaking will improve.
You must put on sunscreen, otherwise you would regret it.

Denis Martin Fuentes Tello

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I love to eat "causa" that is a typical peruvian dish. Also it is a great option for your menu of the day. However, this dish is difficoult to prepare in contrast, the "ceviche" is other typical dish of the peruvian coast that is very simple and only you need onions, fresh fish, lemon juice, peruvian chili, peurvian corn, sweet potato, seaweeds to prepare it. Therefore, you get a rich dish to enjoy at family. Meanwhile i can mention more typical dishes for instance, "pachamanca", "juane", "locro", "aguadito", "chaufa", "sancochado". The "sopa seca" likewise "mancharopa" are very similar in appearance inclusive in taste. The "peruvian food" isn´t complicated to prepare because only need a little ingredients. Instead, that is really difficoult to create because you need so much ingredients and so much time. On the other hand, you need to have a lot of skill to calculate cooking times and choose the freshest and most flavorful ingredients. In other words, you need to be very attentive to the kitchen fire, see how the ingredients are mixed and add the secret spices. Indeed, all that makes Peruvian food unique.