The Power of Connectors
Do you feel like your sentences are too short and choppy?
"I go to work. I eat lunch. I come home."
To sound fluent, you need "connectors"—the glue that holds your ideas together.
By using these small but powerful words, you can turn simple statements into complex, natural stories.
Let’s learn how to link your thoughts in English, Danish, and Portuguese!
Why Connectors Matter
Connectors allow you to show cause, contrast, and time.
They help your listener follow your logic without effort.
Without them, speech sounds like a list; with them, it sounds like a conversation!
Pro Tip: Start by mastering the "Big Three": But, Because, and However!
Essential Connectors Table
Use these words to join your ideas together:
| Function | English | Danish | Portuguese |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addition | And / Also | Og / Også | E / Também |
| Contrast | But / However | Men / Dog | Mas / Porém |
| Reason | Because | Fordi | Porque |
| Result | So / Therefore | Så / Derfor | Então / Portanto |
How to Practice
- The "Chain" Game: Start a sentence and use a connector to add another thought.
"I like coffee, but I prefer tea." - Write Short Stories: Write five sentences about your day, but ensure every sentence is linked to the next one.
"I woke up late, so I missed the bus." - Listen for the Clues: When watching a movie, try to count how many times they use words like "However" or "Actually."
Time to Practice! ✍
1. Fill in the Blank: I want to go to the beach, __________ it is raining.
(English: But / Danish: Men / Portuguese: Mas).
2. The Reason Test: I am studying __________ I want a better job.
(English: Because / Danish: Fordi / Portuguese: Porque).
🚀 A Quick Challenge
Take two simple sentences about yourself and join them together using "Because" or "So."
Share your new sentence below!
Example: "Jeg lærer dansk, fordi jeg bor i Danmark." (Danish).
Connect your words, connect your world!
Fluency is just a few connectors away.
Start practicing today!
