Connectors of Addition (Definition and Example Sentences)
What are connectors of addition? They are words that connect two independent clauses (clauses that could stand alone as sentences) with a comma and a conjunction. The most common connector of addition is and, but there are also many others. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at connectors of addition and give some example sentences. Stay tuned!
List of Connectors of Addition in Detail:
1) Still
It is the connector of addition, that is used to show a result of an action or situation.
e.g. He was still angry after she explained everything.
2) Also
It is the connector of addition, that is used to add extra information to a sentence.
e.g. I also have a cat named Bob.
3) Moreover
It is the connector of addition, that is used to add a further point to what has been said.
e.g. Moreover, the company is going through some financial troubles.
4) Furthermore
It is the connector of addition, that is used to add an extra detail to what has been said.
e.g. Furthermore, I think you should apologize to her.
5) In addition
It is the connector of addition, that is used to introduce an extra point or fact.
e.g. In addition, the book was very expensive.
6) Plus
It is the connector of addition, that is used when adding numbers together.
e.g. 2 plus 3 equals 5.
7) And
It is the most common connector of addition, and is used to connect two clauses together.
e.g. I went for a run, and then had breakfast.
8) Etc.
Etc. is the abbreviation for “and so on” and is used to introduce a list of items that will be continued later.
e.g. I need to buy milk, eggs, bread, etc.
9) As well
As well is the same as “too” and is used to introduce a second option or possibility.
e.g. You can go out tonight, or you can stay in and watch TV As well.
10) Also too
Also too is the same as “as well” and is used to introduce a second option or possibility.
e.g. I don’t like carrots, also too tomatoes.
