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The pie chart/ bar chart/ diagram/ trend/ table/ illustration/ flow chart
--- shows/ illustrates/ presents/ depicts
--- the number of/ the information on/ the breakdown of
comparing/ contrast:
In contrast, On contrary, However, Nevertheless, By contrast
however, nevertheless (both r same)
However it could be argued that
However, there are certainly dangers in
Britain came last in the world cup. However, they did have some success.
On the one hand, On the other hand
Arranged marriages are common in Arab. In west, on the other hand, they are unusual.
Where as, only
ex- Where as 91% females were not arrested, only 9% of them were arrested.
While
ex - While a greater percentage of A than B r found as Managers, there is a smaller
percentage of B than A who r working as CEO.
ex While in 1995 ., in 1998 .
ex - While having a laptop involves some huge investments, there are still many advantages
to keeping it.
comparing with
jodi, tobuo sentences
even
Nowadays, some people even one rickshaw puller has his own mobile phone.
even so
It is true that option A has many benefits for us, even so it has some long term negative
Although, though
ex Although/Though the Government refuses to admit it, its economic policy is in ruins.
in spite of
The train was an hour late. In spite of this, I managed to get to the meeting.
effects.
of course
Of course everybody had heard him, but a fair of them know what he really does.
nonetheless
They got a bit surprised by the hosts behavior, nonetheless, at the end of the part they were
pretty happy.
sequence sentence:
First of all, Firstly, Secondly, Lastly, Finally
Furthermore, Moreover, In addition, Besides
as well as that/ on top of that
She borrowed my bike and never gave back. And as well as that/ on top of that, she broke the
garden and pretended that she hadnt.
then
the written test is completed, then the interview is conducted
generalizing
On the whole
In general
Broadly speaking
To a great extent
In most cases
similarly
Likewise, also, similarly, in the same way, Equally, in addition
The roads remain very crowded in the beginning of the semester. Similarly, there are often
serious traffic jams at the end of the semester.
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where male constitutes to/ makes up/ accounts for 21% of the workforce and female just
4.5%.
The percentage of A and B working as executive is small, 2% and 0.5% respectively/
accordingly.
something increased from 10% in 1995 to 20% in 2000.
mention the change/ delta - something increased by 10%.
on average
11% of all households
mentioning number:
50 % percent
about twice, more than twice, three times, 10 times
half, one third, one fourth, quarter
Use these before numbers:
use about/ around/ approximately/ nearly/ roughly/
just under/ just over/ almost
comprise/ comprising
11% of all households comprise 2 million people.
11% of all households, comprising 2 million people.
Table/ economic indicators/ range/ statistics/ breakdown
A table can use different economic indicators / range (series) of indicators/ (GNP, GDP,
Life expectancy, Infant mortality) to tell/show some fact.
Trend (from to fluctuate constant peak)
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From 1991 to 1993, production fell steadily except for a slight rise in 1993.
From 1991 to 1993, production fell steadily apart from a slight rise in 1993.
Besides literatures we have to study history and philosophy.
Its too late to go out now. Besides, its starting to rain.
Besides the violin, he plays the piano and the flute.
I like all music instruments except the violin.
Apart from the violin, he plays the piano and the flute.
affect (verb) affect (noun):
Plan A greatly affected (verb) Plan B.
Plan A caused a great effect (noun) to the curve
difference:
the differences range from $50 to $500.
it causes a difference of $450, causes little difference.
The biggest difference between A and B is in the occupation of financial analyst.
In other criteria, there is not a great deal of difference between A and B.
(There are considerable differences between A and B in their occupations.)
major, prime, mostly:
HIV is the major/ prime problem of Africa.
mostly:
Caf business is mostly done by youth.
only:
It is only in the nurse position, where more females than males are interested.
must:
Bangladeshi schools must have to develop a lot before reaching the similar standards of
education as of India.
had
Bangladesh had the largest beach in the world.
being (was)
pizza being (was) the least popular food at that time.
consisting of (have/ had)
Parents consisting of only one child are more happy.
Parents who have only one child are more happy.
reverse, vice versa
and the reverse is true for A
and the vice versa is applicable for A
Conclusion:
In summary, in conclusion, to sum up, to conclude, we can say that
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singular plural:
Masud Rana and Kuasha were the most reading books in childhood.
aside, other than:
Aside from HIV, poverty is another big problem.
Other than HIV, poverty is another big problem.
continue to
the curve continued to increase or decrease
with
Mother with single child
follow by, next, after that
Average income groups like hamburgers most, followed by fish and chips.
Mrs Shilpas first child is A, followed by B and then C.
The company first invented item A, it was then followed by item B, item C and item D.
as .. as (negative includes)
Low income persons can afford fast foods far less than other income groups, though Fish and
Chips remain their most popular choice.
It is still remained their most popular choice.
Most of the electricity was came from Coal, and the remaining from other sources.
They left all of their belongings.
the rest (what is left)
We only use three rooms. The rest of the house is empty.
There were remains of the meal all over the floor.
Rent prices increased in the rest of the cities.
opinion
Yet others think that spiritual paths, rather than either the material world or personal
relationships with people, are the only way to find true happiness.
something is ok
Personally I think that the amount of money that sports person makes is more justified
than the huge earnings of movie stars.
Conflict
So far so good, but the difficulties start when we try to define who would take the sole
responsibility to solve this situation, particularly whether the major role should be played
by the Government or from the Private companies.
The issue which is mentioned is a complex and sensitive one.
The definition of A is difficult to define because it conveys different meanings to different
people.
Because people interpret happiness for themselves in so many different ways, it is difficult
to give any definition that is suit for everyone.
We are still unable to decide whether an individuals personality and development are more
influenced by genetic factors or by surrounding environment.
However, it is fairly difficult to say which option is correct Option A or B.
Cause/ Reason
the main reason was possibly due to the/ the possible reason
Poor student behavior seems to be an increasingly widespread problem and I think that
modern lifestyles are probably responsible for this.
Factors such as A, B, C and D all contribute to our happiness.
These are the two factors that may be the most important for achieving happiness.
As its raining again, well have to stay at home.
Since he had not paid his bill, his electricity was cut off.
Because I was ill for last six months, I lost my job.
Providing that she studies hard, she should pass the exam.
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Tense Past
I did it./ I did not do it. (active)
It was/were done by me. (Passive)
I was watching TV when she arrived. (active)
I felt as if I was being watched. (passive)
She had lost her purse and didnt have enough money to buy a ticket. (past perfect)
He already had finished the job (job finish first) when I arrived. (Past Perfect)
I had already seen that film twice (film saw first) and I didnt want to see that again. (past
perfect)
I knew why I had been chosen. (past perfect passive)
I was tired because I had been working for all day. (Past Progressive)
I had been waiting for long hours when he finally arrived. (Past Progressive)
Tense Present
He eats.
These shoes are made in Italy.
It is being done by him. (present progressive - passive)
She has lived there for years. (present perfect - active)
The company has been managed by him for years. (present perfect - passive)
Many informative documentaries have been made now in Bangladesh.
(present perfect - passive)
She has (hasnt) been working in this company for years. (present perfect continuous- active)
Ive (I have not) been studying for the last two hours. (present perfect continuous- active)
She has been playing tennis since she was eight.
Tense Future
I will (wont) do it on tomorrow. (active)
The work will be done on tomorrow. (passive)
We are going to get a new car soon. (future progressive)
I am going to teach Mrs. S from tomorrow. (future continuous active)
Mrs. S is going to be taught by me from tomorrow. (future continuous passive)
He will be teaching tomorrow at 6 am. (future continuous active)
Thats the college where she will be studying from Autumn. (future continuous active)
Were late. I guess the movie will already have started by the time we go to the theater.
(future perfect active)
I will have completed the course by the end of next semester. (future perfect active)
The course will have been completed by the end of next semester. (future perfect passive)
future prediction
is expected, is predicted, will probably
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when
I cant talk to you now. Ill talk (future) to you later when I have more time. (not when Ill
have)
When the rain stops, well go out. (not when the rain will stop)
Ill call you when I get back from work. (not when Ill get )
If
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I hear youve been to Khulna. That must have been interesting. (have + past participle)
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If you went to bed for an hour you might feel better. (conditional)
Anne said that she might go to IUB at the weekend or she might stay at home. (Indirect
speech might)
may, might (permission)
These days children can/ are allowed to do what they like.
I could/ was allowed to read what I liked when I was a child.
maybe/ perhaps
Maybe/ perhaps itll stop raining soon.
Jail theke BolciJulius is perhaps the best music of James.
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have to
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should
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would
When she was old, she would sit in the corner talking to herself for hours. (past habits)
Sometimes he would bring me little presents without saying why. (past habits)
When I was a child we would all get up early and go fishing. (past habits)
When I was a kid, I would always go to the beach (repetition in the past)
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General Training:
If the situation is left as it is, many new problems will arise in the new future.
There are many international hotels and condominiums as well as large shopping malls, 24/7
departmental stores and value added super chain shops.
Providing that all the computers are working correctly, nothing can go wrong; but if a
small problem occurs that would be a disaster.
I dont think this sort of complains are altogether true.
People also say that certain acts, like suicide, can be dangerous.
In most cases, the cost/ expenses is justified.
As per my concern ABC is the most important technological development.
Before TV was widely available, people spent more time together talking and playing
games.
Some students get spoiled at teenage watching pornography movies which do not have any
positive influence.
TV sometimes deliberately misinform people, when it is used as a propaganda tool by
government.
On/ Upon arrival at the zoo, we didnt find you.
As the problem is increasing everywhere, I think to find result oriented solution.
I am writing to confirm the lost of my
I telephoned your office yesterday.
I have had this credit card since 1994.
By accident, I left my purse in the shopping mall.
When I realized I had lost my card, I telephoned the shop, but the assistance replied they
did not find any.
I can be contacted at the above address.
In my opinion, this is wrong and I feel changes should be made to ensure that this sort of
uninterrupted things do not happen in the next time.
It is hard to believe in what way the corrupt people are earning money.
Madonnas behavior could even encourage people to experiment with sex and drugs and
develops a material attitude.
There are some professions in our country which not only requires years of education and
training but also help other people in genera.
However, even if we accept this idea, the problem of how we should overcome this scenario
remains unclear.
How could the money be taken from rich people and distribute among the poor?
Perhaps the only solution is to impose higher taxes.
Id really be grateful if you can give me this information.
Could you please tell what I should bring with me, for example books, clothes or anything I
cannot get in India.
Id appreciate any advice you can give me.
The figures given for British children watching is rather disturbing.
A persons lack of exercise could lead to health problems for example problems in eyes or
brains.
Besides that, there are not many tv programs that may attract people.
I think the solution has to come mainly from the governments.
If parents themselves exercise with the children, it would seem a natural part of life.
In addition,
Parents could insist their child to take a walk every day.
Parents could buy a bicycle for their children or encourage them.
School can also help to ensure that children get enough exercise.
In conclusion, children should be told about the importance of having exercise and both
parents and schools should motivate them to become active in all sort of positive
activities from the early age.
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