9 Types of Connecting Words Between Sentences in Indonesian

Connecting word or conjunction is a word used to connect words in a sentence or between sentences in a paragraph. Completing our previous discussion about types of intra-sentence conjunctions, so in this article, we will discuss about the types of word link between sentences complete with examples.

Conjunctions between sentences are connecting words that connect one sentence to another sentence in a paragraph. Conjunctions between sentences are located at the beginning of another sentence after the first sentence and form a new sentence.

The types of connecting words between sentences are as follows:

1. Conjunctions that express contradiction

Connecting one sentence to another in one sentence paragraph where the facts / circumstances of the two sentences contradict each other. The connecting words between sentences that express contradictory conditions are: even, even, however, However.

Example:

• She is beautiful. However honey, her attitude is very rude.
• I don't want to tell. However, he kept urging me to tell the story.
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• You can do anything to enjoy life. However, you must keep in mind the purpose of your life.
• Rain instead of subside even getting stronger and thicker

2. Conjunctions that express the continuation of events

Connecting sentences in one paragraph, where the sentence that follows is an adverb/information advanced from the previous sentence. Connecting words between sentences that express follow-up events are: after that, After that, next.

Example:

• My sister made her bed. After that, he showered and got ready to go to school.
• Mother prepared breakfast for our family. After that, then he went to work.
• You record all the residents who are classified as underprivileged in this village. Next, distribute groceries to them per family head.
• The young man was still sitting and chatting there. After that he disappeared somewhere.

3. Conjunctions that express other things, events, or circumstances from before

Connecting sentences in one paragraph, where the following sentences state things, events or circumstances that are different or different from the previous sentence. The conjunctions used are: Moreover, after all, other than that.

Example:

• Why did you bother to sacrifice for him when he never did the same for you. After all, not necessarily he will appreciate all your sacrifices.
• We can't take part in the competition this year because of the immature preparation. other than that, our club members also do not meet the standard requirements for participation.

4. Conjunctions that express the opposite of the previous

Connecting sentences in one paragraph, where the state/description in the sentence that follows is the opposite of the previous sentence. The conjunctions used are: otherwise.

Example:

• You shouldn't litter the environment carelessly. Otherwise, as generation Instead, you have to be a leader in the movement to keep the environment clean.
• I'm not taking annual leave this week. Otherwise, I have to work overtime every day of the week because we have a big project to work on.

5. Connecting words that express the actual situation

Connecting sentences in one paragraph, where the sentence that follows is an explanation of the actual situation of the previous sentence. The conjunctions used are: actually, that.

Example:

• My father's face looks very rough. But actually, he is a very caring father to his children.
• The house at the end of the hall looked like an empty house. But actually, the house is inhabited.
• He acted like he didn't care at all. But actually, he always asks how you are every day.

6. Conjunctions that emphasize the previous state

Connecting sentences, where the following sentence serves to emphasize the statement of sentence previous. The conjunctions used are: even, even.

Example:

• Nia is able to complete every job given to her very well. Even he is the best among his contemporaries.
• During school Adi was never absent once. Even he never comes late.
• If you can afford to quit smoking, I'll cover your food expenses for a month. Even I will bear your other living expenses.

7. Conjunctions that express consequences

Connecting sentences, where the sentence that follows is a consequence of the previous sentence. Conjunctions that express consequences are: therefore.

Example:

• You have signed this contract agreement. Therefore, you have an obligation to work on this project to completion.
• I had already promised him to give a gift if he managed to become the class champion. Therefore, I have to keep my promise to give him a package of notebooks.
• We will prepare all the preparations for the auction tonight. Therefore, tomorrow we can relax.
• All requirements and documents have been completed by consumers today. Therefore, should be all orders tomorrow can be sent.

8. Conjunctions that express consequences

Connecting sentences, where the sentence that follows is a result of the previous sentence. Conjunctions that express effect are: therefore, therefore.

Example:

• He failed to maintain an A on the results of this semester's exam. Therefore, he will not get a scholarship for next semester.
• I won't be able to attend the wedding next month. Therefore, I sent this wedding gift early for him.
• A tad too much to manage. Therefore, just let them live as they please.
• This morning my brother was in a hurry to go to the office. Therefore, I left my cell phone on the dining table.

9. Conjunctions that express an event that precedes a previous state

Connecting sentences, where the sentences that follow tell or explain the previous occurrence of the first statement. The conjunctions used are: before that.

Example:

• Ani used sky blue paint for the final touch. Before that, he uses white paint as a base paint.
• Long beans are ingredient last thing you have to enter. Before that, let the potatoes cook first.
• I decided to buy a vintage-style decorative chair. Before that, I've ordered a decorative table in the same style from a friend.
• My father bought a few pieces of silk as a gift for his supplier. Before that, Dad had ordered two dozen batik cloths as the grand prize.

Thus our discussion this time about the types of conjunctions between sentences in languageIndonesia. Hopefully this article is useful.