英语过渡性词语及例子1．表示举例说明for example, for instance, such as, such … as, including, like, take, a case in point, by way of illustration, to name but a fewa)Some parents, for example, do not think it necessary for their children to dophysical exercises.b)For instance, fast food can not provide people with balanced nutrition.c)Some courses, such as history and geography can by no means be crossed outfrom curriculum.d)Such sports as basketball and volleyball can cultivate people’s team spirit.e)Taking part in social activities, including doing part-time jobs can helpstudents gain social experience.f)We could cook something easy, like pasta.g)Take me for example, I’ve never relied on other people for help.h)With a nice physical environment, the city will be attractive to foreigninvestors. Dalian is a case in point.i)Other countries have totally different laws on abortion. By way of illustrationlet us look at the cases of Germany and Japan.j)So many industries have been hit in the recession. Steel, coal, construction, to name but a few.2．表示强调above all, as a matter of fact, indeed, particularly, surely, most important, undoubtedly / without doubt, especially, in particulara)In addition to sports, we must study mathematics, physics, chemistry, and,above all, specialized subjects.b)As a matte r of fact, playing computer games moderately is good to children’sintelligence development.c)Indeed, with the development of the human civilization, water is in greaterdemand.d)Many children are deprived of the right to receive education, particularly inthose poor and remote areas.e)Surely we agree that the protection of wild animals means the protection ofhuman beings.f)Most important, we must adopt some drastic measures to stop air pollution.g)Undoubtedly, children need spare time to relax themselves and to explore whatthey are interested in nature.3．表示解释说明that is, I mean, namely, in other words, that is to say, another way of saying, equallya)One solution would be to change the shape of the screen, that is, to make itwider.b)Y ou're more of an expert than me. I mean, you've got all that experience.c)Three students were mentioned, namely John, Sarah and Sylvia.d)In other words, when the wind is blowing at 120 kilometers per hour, mostwaves will be about twelve meters.e)They, that's to say Matt and John, were arguing about what to do.f)What is another way of saying a product of the imagination?g)We want the economy to grow, but equally we want low inflation.4．表示比较或转折Although(though), by contrast, as a matter of fact, nevertheless, in contrast, instead, however, otherwise, while, but, despite, on the contrary, on the other hand, in the same way, in spite of, yet, whereas,a)Honest advice, though it is unpleasant to the ear, induces good conduct.b)The birth rate for older women has declined, but, by contrast, births to teenagemothers have increased.c)I knew him when we were in college - as a matter of fact we were on the samecourse.d)There was no news, nevertheless, she went on hoping.e)City life is noisy and luxurious. In contrast, country life is quiet and simple.f)Doing physical exercises is not a waste of time as some parents think. Instead,it is good to the students’ study.g)Students can play computer games. However, they cannot be exposed tocomputer games excessively.h)Put your coat on, otherwise you'll get cold.i)Some students are very active in social activities, while others cling to theirtextbooks every day.j)We've invited the boss, but she may decide not to come.k)Despite all our efforts to save the school, the authorities decided to close it.l)Some people take it for granted that we have endless resources to use. On the contrary, we are facing an energy crisis.m)Some students want to live on campus; others, on the other hand, want to live at the native’s.n)Make the drink with boiling water in the same way as tea.o)In spite of our efforts, we fail to persuade them to change their mind.p)Our physical environment is getting worse and worse, yet not all the people in the world have realized it.q)The old system was fairly complicated whereas the new system is really very simple.5．表示结果或结论as a result, altogether, finally, in short, therefore, overall, in sum, thus, on the whole, in brief, accordingly, to conclude, in a word, consequently, to sum up, in conclusion, so, to summarizea)Some people do not eat the food they dislike. As a result, they suffer frommalnutrition.b)Lots of sunshine, wonderful food, and amazing nightlife - altogether a greatvacation!c)She drove off at great speed, hit several parked cars, and finally crashed into alamp-post.d)Carter hoped for greater trust between the two nations, more trade, morecultural exchanges - in short, a genuine peace.e)Progress so far has been very good. We are, therefore, confident that the workwill be completed on time.f)Overall, prices are still rising.g)In sum, soul music is important to the record industry.h)Many Chinese can afford to buy a private car and thus can enjoy the luxury ofowning a car.i)On the whole, I thought the film was pretty good.j)We should, in brief, invest heavily in digital systems.k)Accordingly, we should be prepared to withstand the high pressure inevitable in the modern society.l)To conclude, I'd like to express my thanks to my family.m)We are, in a word, busy. Ridiculously busy.n)Children depend too much on calculators in their school study. Consequently, they are becoming lazy and less creative.o)To sum up, for a healthy heart you must take regular exercise and stop smoking.p)In conclusion, I would like to say how much I have enjoyed myself today.q)There are no buses, so you'll have to walk.r)To summarize, in most cases the schools were achieving the standards set. 6．表示增补或递进and, in addition to that, one more thing, what’s more, besides, either, also, too, as well as, both…and, together, furthermore, in addition, likewise, similarly, moreover, to put it another waya)She picked up the kitten and put it in the box.b)In addition to that, Redford is also known as a champion of environmentalcauses.c)And one more thing, a friend of mine asked me to post this.d)I've been fortunate to find a career that I love and, what is more, I get wellpaid for it.e)Besides, living at native’s home offers students a chance to know about Britishsociety.f)I haven't seen the movie and my brother hasn't either.g)Information is also available on women's health care.h)It's a more efficient system and it's cheaper too.i)They own a house in France as well as a villa in Spain.j)She can both speak and write Japanese.k)Both letters should have arrived. I mailed them together.l)He is old and unpopular. Furthermore, he has at best only two years of political life ahead of him.m)The company provides cheap Internet access. In addition, it makes shareware freely available.n)The clams were delicious. Likewise, the eggplant was excellent.o)The cost of food and clothing has come down in recent years. Similarly, fuel prices have fallen quite considerably.p)The source of the information is irrelevant. Moreover, the information need not be confidential.q)To put it another way, foreign investments can boost the local economy.7．表示原因for, since, for this reason, because, because ofa)I cannot tell whether she is old or young, for I have never seen her.b)Since you are unable to answer, perhaps we should ask someone else.c)For this reason, she’s sold the house and left the country.d)Many exam candidates lose marks simply because they do not read thequestions properly.e)It is partly because of her sick mother that she hasn't taken the job abroad. 8．表示顺序或序列关系first, before, previously, first of all, in the first place, firstly, to begin with, for a start, next, second, after, then, afterward(s), subsequently, between, until, meanwhile, last but not least, finally, in the middlea)First, I’d like to thank everyone for coming.b)The new road should be completed before the end of the year.c)Almost half the group had previously been heavy smokers.d)First of all, we’d better make sure we’ve got everything we need.e)He wouldn't have given you the job in the first place if he didn't think youcould do it.f)Firstly, I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to this success.g)Well, to begin with, he shouldn't even have been driving my car.h)Well, for a start, the weather was horrible.i)Next, put it in the oven for 20 minutes.j)Tea is the most popular drink, while coffee ranks second.k)After the war many soldiers stayed in France.l)Mix the flour and butter, then add the eggs.m)Afterward(s), I was asked to write a book.n)Subsequently, the company filed for bankruptcy.o)The team have a lot of work to do between now and Sunday.p)He waited until she had finished speaking.q)The incomes of male professionals went up by almost 80%. Meanwhile, part-time women workers saw their earnings fall.r)Last but not least, let me introduce Jane, our new secretary.s)After several delays we finally took off at six o’clock.t)I'm going to stay with some friends in the middle of May.。