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Linkers and Commonly Confused Words for English Certification

30 flashcards on linking words and commonly confused words for B2-C2 English language certification practice. Original study material.

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however
Contrast linker: shows an opposing idea; usually followed by a comma. Example: The plan is cheap; however, it is risky.
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nevertheless
Contrast linker meaning 'in spite of that'. Example: It rained; nevertheless, we went out.
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although / even though
Conjunctions of contrast followed by a clause. Example: Although he was tired, he kept working.
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despite / in spite of
Prepositions of contrast followed by a noun or -ing form, never by a clause. Example: Despite the delay, we arrived on time.
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whereas / while
Conjunctions that contrast two facts. Example: Ana enjoys maths, whereas her sister prefers art.
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therefore / consequently
Result linkers. Example: Prices rose; therefore, demand fell.
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as a result
Introduces a consequence of what was just said. Example: She trained hard; as a result, she won.
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moreover / furthermore
Add a further, supporting point. Example: The flat is cheap; moreover, it is central.
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in addition to
Preposition: followed by a noun or -ing. Example: In addition to French, she speaks Greek.
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otherwise
Introduces what will happen if the condition is not met. Example: Hurry; otherwise you will miss the train.
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in case
Expresses precaution against a possibility. Example: Take an umbrella in case it rains.
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so that
Purpose linker followed by a clause. Example: He spoke slowly so that everyone understood.
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because of / due to
Prepositions followed by a noun phrase. Example: The match was cancelled because of fog.
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on the contrary
Rejects the previous statement. Example: It wasn't easy; on the contrary, it was very difficult.
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on the one hand ... on the other hand
Presents two contrasting points. Example: On the one hand it is cheap; on the other hand it is slow.
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affect / effect
'Affect' is usually a verb (to influence); 'effect' is usually a noun (a result). Example: Noise can affect sleep; the effect is tiredness.
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advice / advise
'Advice' is an uncountable noun; 'advise' is a verb. Example: She advised me, and the advice was useful.
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principal / principle
'Principal' means main or the head of a school; 'principle' means a rule or belief. Example: He refused on principle.
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lose / loose
'Lose' is a verb (not win, mislay); 'loose' is an adjective (not tight). Example: Don't lose your loose change.
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fewer / less
'Fewer' goes with countable plurals; 'less' with uncountable nouns. Example: fewer cars, less traffic.
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rise / raise
'Rise' is intransitive (no object); 'raise' is transitive. Example: Prices rise; shops raise prices.
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lie / lay
'Lie' (lay, lain) is intransitive; 'lay' (laid, laid) takes an object. Example: She laid the book down and lay on the bed.
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economic / economical
'Economic' relates to the economy; 'economical' means saving money. Example: an economic crisis; an economical car.
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historic / historical
'Historic' means important in history; 'historical' means relating to the past. Example: a historic victory; historical records.
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sensible / sensitive
'Sensible' means practical and reasonable; 'sensitive' means easily affected or hurt. Example: a sensible plan; a sensitive child.
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discreet / discrete
'Discreet' means careful about secrets; 'discrete' means separate. Example: a discreet inquiry; discrete categories.
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borrow / lend
You borrow from someone; you lend to someone. Example: Can you lend me a pen? May I borrow your pen?
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bring / take
'Bring' moves something towards the speaker; 'take' moves it away. Example: Bring it here; take it there.
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its / it's
'Its' is possessive; 'it's' means 'it is' or 'it has'. Example: It's clear the dog lost its collar.
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since / for
'Since' + a point in time; 'for' + a length of time. Example: since 2019; for six years.

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