Are you a "beginner" in writing English text, but you need to take IELTS test ?
Here are some keywords and expression that can help your writing makes sense. Of course, you won't need to use all of the expressions on the IELTS. Ideally, you should be comfortable using at least three or four expressions from each group below.
Stating opinion
In
my opinion, according to me, from my perspective, it seems to me that, I
think, I suppose, I feel, I believe, it appears that, from my point of
view.
Giving Examples
For example, for instance, such as, namely, to illustrate, that is, as.
Comparing
Similar to, as... as, in common, also, either... or, in the same way, at the same time, just as, neither... nor.
Contrasting
However,
but, on the contrary, on the other hand, nevertheless, although,
though, instead, even though, otherwise, alternatively.
Generalizing
Generally,
overall, on the whole, by and large, in general, basically, all in all,
for the most part, all things considered, essentially.
Expressing certainty
Certainly, doubtless, undoubtedly,of course, definitely, no doubt.
Partial agreement
More or less, to some extent, almost, up to a point, in a way.
Showing cause
Due to, because, because of, owing to.
Showing effect
Therefore, thus, hence, as a result, so, eventually.
Marking time
First, second, third, first of all, to begin with, after, before, while, since, meanwhile, following this, when, as soon as.
Adding information
Furthermore, even, in addition, also, and, moreover, similarly, likewise, as well as, what is more.
Expressing condition
If, in case, whether, unless, so that.
Concluding
To summarize, in conclusion, finally, lastly.
That's all the expressions you could use in your writing. Remember to use it wisely, anytime you need it.
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