📋 Types of Transition Words: Addition, Contrast, Cause/Effect, Sequence

and, also, moreover, furthermore, in addition, besides, as well as, not only...but also
• She sings and dances. / She is kind; moreover, she is generous.

but, however, although, even though, on the other hand, in contrast, whereas, while, nevertheless, yet, despite, in spite of
• I wanted to go, but I was tired. / Although it rained, we went out.

because, so, therefore, consequently, as a result, thus, hence, due to, owing to
• She studied hard; therefore, she passed. / It rained; consequently, the match was cancelled.

first, second, next, then, after that, finally, meanwhile, subsequently, eventually, previously, initially
• First, we need to plan. Then, we execute. Finally, we review.

in conclusion, to sum up, in summary, overall, to conclude, ultimately, all in all, in a nutshell, in short
• In conclusion, learning transition words is essential for fluent writing.