CONNECTORS OF ADDITION
The common connecting words used to show addition are: and, not only…but also, as well as, in addition, additionally, moreover, also, furthermore, in addition to.
These words are not interchangeable. In other words, you cannot remove one of these words and add any other. The best way to explain how to use these words is to simply give you examples. One thing they all have in common is that they are usually attached to clauses. That means they are attached to a group of words that contains a subject and a verb.
Adding a connector would clearly show a relationship between the two sentences and ideas.
Although the words have different grammatical names, they share one thing in common: they all continue or add to ideas that were written in the preceding sentence.
Examples
1.) Additionally,
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Additionally, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
2.) In addition
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. In addition, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
3.) Too
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. She tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard, too.
4.) AlsoMy professor is an extremely fascinating person. She also tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
5.) Furthermore
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Furthermore, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
6.) Besides that
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Besides that, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
7.)And
My professor is an extremely fascinating person, and she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
8.) Moreover
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Moreover, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
9.) As well
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. She tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard as well.
10.) Not only...but also
My professor is not only an extremely fascinating person but also tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
These words are not interchangeable. In other words, you cannot remove one of these words and add any other. The best way to explain how to use these words is to simply give you examples. One thing they all have in common is that they are usually attached to clauses. That means they are attached to a group of words that contains a subject and a verb.
Adding a connector would clearly show a relationship between the two sentences and ideas.
Although the words have different grammatical names, they share one thing in common: they all continue or add to ideas that were written in the preceding sentence.
Examples
1.) Additionally,
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Additionally, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
2.) In addition
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. In addition, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
3.) Too
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. She tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard, too.
4.) AlsoMy professor is an extremely fascinating person. She also tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
5.) Furthermore
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Furthermore, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
6.) Besides that
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Besides that, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
7.)And
My professor is an extremely fascinating person, and she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
8.) Moreover
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. Moreover, she tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
9.) As well
My professor is an extremely fascinating person. She tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard as well.
10.) Not only...but also
My professor is not only an extremely fascinating person but also tells some of the most interesting stories I have ever heard.
- High level positions are stressful at times. Furthermore, they can be harmful to your health. Make sure you understand the risks before you accept the job.
- We've completely redone our living room with hardwood floors. In addition, we've put in new windows to bring in more light.
- He's an excellent tennis player. Also, he plays golf like a professional.
- We need to hire some programmers. Additionally, we'll need to find someone to help out at the reception desk.
- In addition to the need for investment, our company needs to do more research into the latest science.
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