12 COMMON IELTS CONNECTORS

So that: used to introduce a clause of purpose

Sentence: i’ll go by car so that i can take more luggage.

Furthermore: in addition; more importantly

Sentence: she always arrives on time; furthermore, her work is always excellent.

Although: ‘in spite of something

Sentence: although he is known to only a few, his reputation among them is very great.

As a result: used to introduce the cause or origin of an action.

Sentence: profits have declined as a result of the recent drop in sales

Consequently: effect, or outcome; therefore

Sentence: she was elected leader of the party and consequently became prime minister

Moreover: in addition to what has been said

Sentence: he enjoys selling and, moreover, is good at it.

In the same way: to do something in an identical or very similar manner to someone else

Sentence: the aircraft will also be able to land in the same way as other aircraft at other land bases

Even though: despite the fact that:

Sentence: i’m going even though it may rain.

Contrast: to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences

Sentence: the boy’s room is a complete contrast to the guest room.

Likewise: in the same way or manner; similarly

Sentence: he is our friend and likewise our leader.

Illustration: the act of clarifying or explaining;

Sentence: the illustration on page 30 shows the parts of an engine.

During: from the beginning to the end of a particular period:

Sentence: from the beginning to the end of a particular period: