In spite of their high sounding names, Cohesive Devices are words or phrases that we use quite often to connect phrases, sentences and paragraphs. They are also called Discourse Markers, Linking Words, Connectors, and Transitional Words.
These words are used in both spoken and written English.
To show continuity or progress (Sequencing / Structuring)
Fist, firstly, secondly, then, next, after that, lastly, first of all, finally, to begin with, to start with, meanwhile, then, subsequently
To add information
And, therefore, furthermore, moreover, in addition, too, also, besides
To express contrast or contradiction
But, although, though, even though, despite, in spite of, whereas, while, however, nevertheless, albeit, yet, still, on the contrary, even so
To give reason
Because of, as, since, due to , owing to, for
To show the result
So, as a result, therefore, consequently
To give the purpose
In order to, so, so that, so as to, so as not to
To illustrate
For example, for instance, in particular
To compare
Similarly, in the same way, likewise, like, equally
To generalize
On the whole, in some cases, in general, in all, many, most, broadly speaking
Though, although and even though
Although I was sick, I didn't want to miss the class.
Though she reached on time, the boss was not pleased.
Though is slightly less formal than although. So 'although' is used more in written English.
Even though shows a greater contrast, or even a bit of surprise.
Even though he did not attempt half the questions, he passed the exam.
If there is an element of surprise, you can use 'even though'
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