Using introductory phrases in English. USE in English

The goal of learning written English can be different for everyone: someone has to pass international exams, where they need to pass the written part, someone needs to write letters for work, and someone wants to blog in English. Introductory phrases for writing an essay in English, which we will consider today, will also be needed in order to beautifully express your opinion orally.

Before we begin, I want to give a little recommendation that may seem obvious, but many neglect it: before writing an essay or letter, make a plan. A lot of students consider this optional, but a clear plan will help indicate what questions you want to cover in the essay. For example, if you are writing an essay for an exam, the assignment itself can be very voluminous, and it is very easy to not reveal one of the questions posed, simply because you are immersed in your own thoughts and forgot about it. The plan also helps to reduce the time for reflection and start writing faster. For me, the hardest part of writing an essay is getting started writing it. The given topic can be so alien to me that I have a question: what actually can be written here? Or, on the contrary, there may be so many different thoughts on a given question that I am lost, where is it better to start, and how to put all this mess in my head into a beautiful structured text, and invest in a given word limit. In this case, the plan helps me a lot. After spending 5 minutes writing it, I already know where to start and how to continue.

The phrases that we have given below will help you start your thought competently, and win a few correctly spelled words if you are writing an essay specifically for the exam.

What can be written in the first paragraph of an essay in English:

Starting to write an essay, it is important to voice the problem statement, and it is also worth noting what position you take on this issue. You do not need to disclose your opinion in the first paragraph in full, just express it in general terms. For example, you need to express your opinion about what kind of rest is better: passive or active. Then you can start your essay like this:

• Most people think that the best way to spend their vacation is to lie on the beach and do nothing, but in my opinion, the more active you are — the more energy you will have.

Most people think that the best way to spend a vacation is to lie on the beach and do nothing, but I personally think that the more active you are, the more energy you will have.
In this paragraph, you only express your opinion in general terms. Why do you think so - you will write in the next paragraph.

Now let's move on to phrases that can be used in the first paragraph of an essay:

• Most people think/suppose/reckon/consider that…

If you're writing an essay for an exam, it's best to replace the word think with synonyms to demonstrate good vocabulary.

• Many people believe (any other synonym can be used instead of believe) …., but others don’t agree. - Many people think... but others do not agree with this opinion.
• It is generally agreed today that …
• Today, with increased frequency - today more and more often ...

Suppose you need to write an essay in which you need to compare live communication with communication in social networks. Then you can start it like this:

• Today, with increased frequency, people prefer to tell the news, using their phones, instead of doing it face-to-face.
• Today, more and more often, people prefer to tell the news using their phones, instead of doing it face to face.

Consider the following cliché phrases in English:

• For the great majority of people ... - for most people ...
• We live in a world in which ... - we live in a world in which
• They / people often say that ... - people often say that ....

Do not forget that we can replace the word people with they. We can also use they when talking about a person whose gender we do not know. That is, instead of writing ‘she or he’, you can simply write ‘they’.

At the end of the first paragraph, after you have written the introduction, you can summarize your arguments:

• Let us consider what the advantages and disadvantages of ... are - let's consider what the advantages and disadvantages are ...
• Let's consider some pros and cons of it. Let's take a look at some of the pros and cons.
• Let us start by considering some facts. Let's start by looking at some facts.
• I suppose we should start by looking at some facts - I suppose we should start by looking at the facts

Here are the arguments for and against:

• First of all, it is worth mentioning / highlighting the fact that ... - First of all, it is worth noting / emphasizing the fact that ...
• To begin with, ... - Let's start with that ...
• Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... - Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ....
• On the one hand…., but on the other hand…. on the one hand... but on the other hand...

Do not forget that if you write 'firstly' (firstly), then you should also write 'secondly' so that the structure of the essay is logical. The same goes for ‘on the one hand’.

• One argument in support of - one argument in support
• The first thing that needs to be said is - the first thing to say is ...
• First and foremost I want to highlight that ... - first of all, I want to emphasize that ...
• It is true that ... the truth is that
• It is clear that - it is clear that ...
• It is undeniable that .. - it cannot be denied that ...
• It is a well-known fact that ... - a well-known fact that ...
• A number of crucial issues arise from the statement. For example / for instance, ... - This statement touches on many key issues. Eg,….
• One of the most striking features of this problem is - One of the most striking aspects of this problem ...
• Another good thing about … is that … . - the second positive aspect regarding .... - this is what…
• What is more, … . - moreover…
  Besides, - in addition to this ...
• What I meant to say is that ... - I meant that ...
  Although ... - although ...
• In spite of ... - despite ...
• In spite of widespread belief that…., in my opinion…. — contrary to popular belief that…., I believe….
• Furthermore, one should not forget that .. - moreover, we should not forget that ...
• In addition / moreover - in addition
• Thus, thus
• Nevertheless, one should accept that - Nevertheless, it should be recognized that ...
• Perhaps we should also point out the fact that ... - Perhaps we should also point out the fact that ....
• It would be unfair not to mention that fact that ... - It would be unfair not to mention the fact that ...
• We cannot ignore the fact that … . We cannot ignore the fact that...

You can confirm your opinion by inviting the reader to imagine a certain situation, this can be done using the phrase:

• Let us concede that - let's say that ...
• We are not warranted in believing .. - we have no reason to believe ...
• The most common argument against this is that ... - the most common argument against this is that ...

Synonyms for think

We already wrote above that it is better to replace the word 'think' with synonyms so that the speech looks richer.

• I believe ... - it should be remembered that believe can mean not only "believe", but also think, believe, be convinced. This word means your confidence in a particular issue.

You can enhance the effect by saying:

• I strongly believe ... - I firmly believe
• I suppose ... - to believe, to admit ...
• In my opinion / On my mind - in my opinion ...
• I'm of opinion that ... - I believe that ...
• it can believed that - we can assume that
• I ween - I think, I think, I hope ..
• As I can judge ... - as far as I can judge ...

We refer to the opinion of experts

Many teachers advise, when possible, to support their arguments with the opinion of experts.

• We can’t be dismissive of experts’ opinion… — we cannot neglect the opinion of experts…
• Experts in this field have a theory - experts in this field believe that (experts in this field have a theory)
• Specialists in this area convinced that ... - specialists in this area are convinced that ...
• Experts emphasize that ... - experts emphasize that ...
• From these facts, one may conclude that - based on these facts, one can conclude ...
• Which seems to confirm the idea that ..

We draw conclusions:

In the last paragraph, it is worth summing up the above, emphasizing your point of view. You can use the following linking words for this:

• To sum up what has been said - let's summarize what has been said;

Or you can just write:

• To sum up, to summarise - let's summarize, thus
• In conclusion, I want to say that although ... - in conclusion, I want to say that although ....
• To draw the conclusion, one can say that - Summing up, we can say that
• The arguments we have presented prove that - the arguments given prove that ...
• So it's up to everybody to decide whether ... or not - everyone must decide for himself ... whether or not.

These introductory phrases for writing an essay in English will help you write high-quality coherent text, as well as express your opinion beautifully. Learn at least some of them - it will definitely not be superfluous :).

Introductory phrases for an essay.

Sample essay with arguments "for" and "against"

EXERCISE:

in western countriesafter secondary school , students very often do not continue immediately with their studies, but they take a one year break, called a ‘gap year’, when they travel or do voluntary work.Write an argumentative essay presenting arguments for and against the gap year.

(Introduction to the topic) In today's world of fierce competition, it is important for young people to get well-prepared for the challenges of the future. Thus the institution of gap year can be regarded as a step in the right direction though it is also not without its problems.

(Arguments for) In its favor, the gap year seems to be useful psychologically as it helps young people understand their needs and interest better before they actually commit themselves to any particular career path. besides, the gap year has educational advantages because it offers a lot of opportunities to learn about the world and one’s own place in it. For all these reasons, the gap year can be regarded as a positive social institution.

(Arguments against) However, as critics are quick to point out, the gap year can in fact t be harmful as it interrupts with the rhythm of learning and often makes it difficult for students to return to their studies. apart from that, unfortunately not every young person can afford to travel around the world and many of them end up sitting around at home, which can be very demotivating.

(Summing up) All in all, the gap year may arouse mixed feelings, but still thousands of people every year take a year off. One can only hope they will use it fruitfully, minimizing the dangers and taking full advantage of its benefits.

Introductory phrases for writing an essay in English.

The beginning of an essay (actually, an essay on a given topic) is a problem statement. In the first paragraph (introduction), you need to tell the reader the topic of your essay, paraphrasing it using keyword synonyms (showing that you have understood it). Then you should hint to the reader what position you will take. Use impersonal or vaguely personal sentences to emphasize your objectivity.

Many people think … but others do not agree. Many people think (that) ... but others disagree.

Let us consider what the advantages and disadvantages of … are. Consider what are the advantages and disadvantages ... .

Let's consider some pros and cons of it. Let's look at some pros and cons (of this).

Let us start by considering the facts. Let's start by looking at the facts.

Let us start by considering pros and cons of it. Let's start by looking at the pros and cons (of this).

It is generally agreed today that … Today it is generally accepted that ... .

The following phrases can be used if you want to consider arguments for and against. Don't forget to use linking words.

To begin with, … . Let's begin with that... .

You can…. You can (Can) ... .

Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... . Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... .

One argument in support of ... . One of the arguments in support of ... .

The first thing that needs to be said is ... . The first thing to say is that... . (First of all, it should be said that ... .)

First and foremost ... . First of all … .

It is true that ... / clear that ... / noticeable that ... . It is true that... / It is clear that... / It is noteworthy that...

One should note here that ... . It should be noted here that ... .

Another good thing about … is that … . Another positive point of … is (that) ... .

The second reason for ... . The second reason ... .

It is often said that ... . It is often said that...

It is undeniable that ... It cannot be denied that ... .

It is a well-known fact that ... . It is well known that... .

For the great majority of people ... . For the vast majority of people...

We live in a world in which ... . We live in a world in which... .

A number of key issues arise from the statement. For instance , ... . This statement raises a number of key questions. For example, ... .

One of the most striking features of this problem is ... . One of the most striking aspects of this problem... .

First of all, let us try to understand ... . First of all, let's try to understand... .

The public in general tends to believe that ... . The general public tends to believe that... .

What is more, … . Moreover, ... .

Besides, … because it is …. Besides, ... because ... .

Doubtless, ... . Undoubtedly ... .

One cannot deny that ... . It cannot be denied that...

It is (very) clear from these observations that ... . It is (absolutely) clear from these observations that... .

On the other hand, we can observe that ... . On the other hand, we can observe that... .

The other side of the coin is, however, that ... . However, on the other hand, ... .

Another way of looking at this question is to ... . To look at this problem from the other side, it is necessary ... .

One should, nevertheless, consider the problem from another angle. However, you should look at this problem from a different angle.

One should, however, not forget that ... . However, one should not forget that...

If on the one hand it can be said that ... the same is not true for ... . And if on the one hand, it can be said that... , the same cannot be said about... .

On the other hand, … . On the other side, ... .

Although…. Although ... .

Besides, … . Besides, ... .

Moreover, … . Moreover, … .

Furthermore, one should not forget that ... . Also, don't forget that...

In addition to ... . Except (that) ... .

Nevertheless, one should accept that ... . However, it must be recognized that...

However, we also agree that ... . However, we also agree that... .

You can support your idea with the opinion of (some abstract) experts.

Experts... Experts...

Believe that…. ... think that … .

Say that…. ... they say that … .

Suggest that…. ... suggest that ... .

Are convinced that … . ... convinced that….

Point out that…. ... note that ... .

Emphasize that…. ... emphasize that ... .

According to some experts...

Perhaps we should also point out the fact that ... . Perhaps we should also note the fact that... .

It would be unfair not to mention that fact that ... . It would be unfair not to mention the fact that... .

One must admit that ... . It must be admitted that ... .

We cannot ignore the fact that ... . We cannot ignore the fact that... .

One cannot possibly accept the fact that ... . It's hard to come to terms with the fact that...

From these facts, one may conclude that ... . From these facts, we can conclude (that) that ... .

Which seems to confirm the idea that ... . Which, apparently, confirms the idea (about) that ... .

Thus, ... / Therefore,... Thus, ... / Therefore... .

The most common argument against this is that ... . The most common argument against this is that... .

At the end of the essay, draw a conclusion.

In conclusion, I can say that although … , … . In conclusion, I can say that although... , ... .

To draw the conclusion, one can say that … . Summing up, we can say that ... .

So it's up to everybody to decide whether … or not. So everyone has to decide for himself... whether... or not.

The arguments we have presented ... suggest that ... / prove that ... / would indicate that ... . The arguments we have presented... suggest that... / prove that... / indicate that... .

From these arguments one must ... / could... / might ... conclude that ... . Based on these arguments, it is necessary ... / it is possible ... / one could ... come to the conclusion that ... .

Introductory phrases for writing an essay in English.

The beginning of an essay (actually, an essay on a given topic) is a problem statement. In the first paragraph (introduction), you need to tell the reader the topic of your essay, paraphrasing it using keyword synonyms (showing that you have understood it). Then you should hint to the reader what position you will take. Use impersonal or vaguely personal sentences to emphasize your objectivity.

1. Many people think … but others do not agree. Many people think (that) ... but others disagree.
2. Let us consider what the advantages and disadvantages of … are. Consider what are the advantages and disadvantages ... .
3. Let's consider some pros and cons of it. Let's look at some pros and cons (of this).
4. Let us start by considering the facts. Let's start by looking at the facts.
5. Let us start by considering pros and cons of it. Let's start by looking at the pros and cons of (this).
6. It is generally agreed today that …

The following phrases can be used if you want to consider arguments for and against. Don't forget to use linking words.

1. To begin with, … . Let's begin with that... .
2. You can…. You can (Can) ... .
3. Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... . Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... .
4. One argument in support of ... . One of the arguments in support of ... .
5. The first thing that needs to be said is ... . The first thing to say is that... . (First of all, it should be said that ... .)
6. First and foremost ... . First of all … .

1. It is true that ... / clear that ... / noticeable that ... . It is true that... / It is clear that... / It is noteworthy that...
2. One should note here that ... . It should be noted here that...

1. Another good thing about … is that … . Another positive point of … is (that) ... .
2. The second reason for ... . The second reason... .
3. It is often said that ... . It is often said that...
4. It is undeniable that... It cannot be denied that... .
5. It is a well-known fact that ... . It is well known that... .
6. For the great majority of people ... . For the vast majority of people...
7. We live in a world in which ... . We live in a world where... .
8. A number of key issues arise from the statement. For instance, ... . This statement raises a number of key questions. For example, ... .
9. One of the most striking features of this problem is ... . One of the most striking aspects of this problem... .
10. First of all, let us try to understand ... . First of all, let's try to understand... .
11. The public in general tends to believe that ... . The general public tends to believe that... .

1. What is more, … . Moreover, ... .
2. Besides, … because it is …. Besides, ... because... .
3. Doubtless, ... . Undoubtedly ... .
4. One cannot deny that ... . It cannot be denied that...
5. It is (very) clear from these observations that ... . It is (absolutely) clear from these observations that... .

1. On the other hand, we can observe that ... . On the other hand, we can observe that... .
2. The other side of the coin is, however, that ... . However, on the other hand, ... .
3. Another way of looking at this question is to ... . To look at this problem from the other side, it is necessary ... .
4. One should, nevertheless, consider the problem from another angle. However, you should look at this problem from a different angle.
5. One should, however, not forget that ... . However, one should not forget that...
6. If on the one hand it can be said that ... the same is not true for ... . And if on the one hand, it can be said that... , the same cannot be said about... .
7. On the other hand, … . On the other side, ... .
8. Although…. Although... .
9. Besides, … . Besides, ... .
10. Moreover, … . Moreover, … .
11. Furthermore, one should not forget that ... . Also, don't forget that...
12. In addition to ... . Except (that) ... .
13. Nevertheless, one should accept that ... . However, it must be recognized that...
14. However, we also agree that ... . However, we also agree that... .

You can support your idea with the opinion of (some abstract) experts.

1. Experts... Experts...

Believe that…. ... think that … .

Say that…. ... they say that … .

Suggest that…. ... suggest that ... .

Are convinced that … . ... convinced that ... .

Point out that…. ... note that ... .

Emphasize that…. ... emphasize that ... .

1. According to some experts... According to some experts, ... .
2. Perhaps we should also point out the fact that ... . Perhaps we should also note the fact that... .
3. It would be unfair not to mention that fact that ... . It would be unfair not to mention the fact that... .
4. One must admit that ... . It must be admitted that...
5. We cannot ignore the fact that ... . We cannot ignore the fact that... .
6. One cannot possibly accept the fact that ... . It's hard to come to terms with the fact that...
7. From these facts, one may conclude that ... . From these facts, we can conclude (that) that ... .
8. Which seems to confirm the idea that ... . Which, apparently, confirms the idea (about) that ... .
9. Thus, ... / Therefore,... Thus, ... / Therefore... .
10. The most common argument against this is that ... . The most common argument against this is that... .

At the end of the essay, draw a conclusion.

1. In conclusion, I can say that although … , … . In conclusion, I can say that although... , ... .
2. To draw the conclusion, one can say that … . Summing up, we can say that ... .
3. So it's up to everybody to decide whether … or not. So everyone has to decide for himself... whether... or not.
4. The arguments we have presented ... suggest that ... / prove that ... / would indicate that ... . The arguments we have presented... suggest that... / prove that... / indicate that... .
5. From these arguments one must ... / could... / might ... conclude that ... . Based on these arguments, it is necessary ... / it is possible ... / one could ... come to the conclusion that ... .