Trying to make a decision? Discuss differences with linking words of contrast to speak with clarity and with an easytofollow structure.

In daily life decisionmaking — and on an IELTS or TOEFL exam — you'll need to highlight differences between people, places, and things.

It's common to discuss differences in English conversation to get help from others when making a final choice. Contrast linking words help you do just that.

Common English linking words of contrast differences:

in contrast to
on the other hand
whereas
as opposed to
different from

And more.

When you compare options in English — two smartphones, two vacation packages, two job offers — you will notice the similarities, of course.

➡ But it’s the differences that will likely help you make a final decision or determine what is the right choice.

When you use linking words of contrast, you can talk about the differences with increased clarity and coherence.

Similar to a recent lesson I did on how to compare in English, in this Confident English lesson today, you’ll learn how to contrast differences in English using contrast linking words so you can easily discuss your options, distinguish the differences, and make the best choice.

Get my full lesson on how to discuss differences with contrast linking words at https://www.speakconfidentenglish.com...

00:00 Introduction
02:06 What are linking words?
03:34 In contrast to
06:08 On the other hand
06:57 Practice
07:29 Whereas
08:50 As opposed to
09:49 Practice
10:58 Unlike
11:44 Different from
13:16 Not as ... as
14:49 More/less than
16:07 Practice



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