Transition Words & Phrases

Front

James and his team didn't finish the project; ____________, they did work hard.

Back

however

Front

Join us if ready; ___________, ride the bus.

Back

otherwise

Front

Students should be quiet during the play; ____________ applause at the end is allowed.

Back

although

Front

Massive energy consumption negatively impacts the planet. ____________, in summer 2006, western Europe had record heat.

Back

For example

Front

I wanted to go to the movies on Friday night, ________ I came down with the flu and couldn't go.

Back

but

Front

My brother practices his trumpet for an hour every night, ____________, he felt confident about earning a solo for the concert.

Back

Therefore

Front

Chronological transitions:

Back

first, next, before, now, finally.

Front

Ending transitions:

Back

finally, in conclusion, lastly

Front

Andrew and Leo wanted to make honor roll this nine weeks; _________ they asked their teachers how to raise their grades.

Back

as a result,

Front

Why use transitions?

Back

To make the writing flow.