Discourse Marker - Kata-Kata Penghubung Dalam Bahasa Inggris

Bahasa Inggris ternyata memiliki banyak kata penghubung yang menhubungkan satu kalimat dengan kalimat lainnya, antara lain :

hence

Alcohol is water soluble, hence the reason why you go to the toilet so many times when you’re out on the tiles.

The weather forecast predicts heavy rain, hence we should bring umbrellas and raincoats.
The exam results were disappointing; hence, I need to study harder for the next one.
The flight was delayed, hence I missed my connecting flight and had to reschedule my travel plans.
The car broke down on the way to the party, hence we arrived late and missed the opening ceremony.
The company reported a decline in profits, hence they decided to implement cost-cutting measures.

According to

According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
According to the survey, the majority of people prefer to work from home.
According to the professor, the exam will cover chapters 1 to 5.
According to the news article, the stock market experienced a significant drop today.
According to the report, the crime rate has decreased in the past year.

therefore

we’re losing money and, therefore, costs must be reduced
your mark was 60% and, therefore, you passed
Anyone who tries to hold them to account, therefore , is held to be a bigot or racist.
we’re losing money and, therefore, costs must be reduced
It was, therefore, the first part of that country to have contacts with the outside world.

consequently

We are more individualized than ever before, and consequently less social.
The heavy rain caused flooding in the area; consequently, many roads were closed.
The team failed to meet the project deadline; consequently, they faced penalties and delays.
The company experienced a decrease in sales; consequently, they had to lay off some employees.
The athlete suffered a serious injury; consequently, they were unable to participate in the upcoming competition.
The power outage disrupted the production process; consequently, there was a delay in product delivery.

accordingly

Certainly, readers will be less interested and editors will act accordingly
The basic message is that all fleet managers need to evaluate their own circumstances and act accordingly .
Thus, the manager is able to size up the situation instantly and act accordingly .

because of this

The traffic was heavy, and because of this, I arrived late to the meeting.
The computer crashed, and because of this, I lost all my unsaved work.
The store was closed for renovations, and because of this, I had to find another place to shop.
The weather conditions were unfavorable, and because of this, the outdoor event was canceled.
The flight was overbooked, and because of this, I had to take a later flight.

thereof

I am neither a scholar nor a critic of literature – nor am I a student thereof, save by aspiration.
the member state or a part thereof.
We can also try to be more honest about our contribution, or lack thereof
The forensic evidence – or lack thereof – also proved to be a major stumbling block.

in consequence

The heavy rainfall caused severe flooding in the area; in consequence, many homes were damaged.
The company failed to meet its financial targets; in consequence, several employees were laid off.
The team lost the match due to poor performance; in consequence, they were eliminated from the tournament.
The government implemented strict regulations to curb pollution; in consequence, air quality improved significantly.
The product was recalled due to safety concerns; in consequence, the company faced a loss in reputation and sales.

so

I finished my work early, so I decided to go for a walk in the park.
The weather was hot, so I decided to take a swim in the pool.
I studied hard for the exam, so I was able to achieve a high score.
The restaurant was crowded, so we had to wait for a table.
I woke up late, so I had to rush to get ready for work.

So that

I studied hard so that I could pass the exam with flying colors.
She saved money diligently so that she could afford to go on a dream vacation.
He exercised regularly so that he could improve his overall fitness and health.
They arrived early at the airport so that they wouldn’t miss their flight.
The team practiced diligently so that they could perform well in the upcoming competition.

so … that

The music was so loud that it could be heard from miles away.
The movie was so captivating that I couldn’t take my eyes off the screen.
The cake was so delicious that everyone asked for a second slice.
The weather was so hot that we decided to go for a swim in the pool.
The book was so intriguing that I stayed up all night to finish reading it.

thus

The team worked together efficiently, thus completing the project ahead of schedule.
The experiment yielded consistent results, thus confirming the hypothesis.
The company implemented cost-cutting measures, thus improving its financial stability.
The road was closed due to construction, thus causing a detour for drivers.
The new software streamlined the workflow, thus increasing productivity in the office.

thereupon

The judge announced the verdict, and thereupon the defendant was taken into custody.
The manager received the complaint, and thereupon initiated an investigation into the matter.
The team won the championship, and thereupon celebrated their victory with great enthusiasm.
The alarm sounded, and thereupon everyone evacuated the building.
The professor finished the lecture, and thereupon the students began packing up their belongings.

due to

The flight was delayed due to bad weather conditions.
The event was canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.
The project was completed ahead of schedule due to the team’s hard work.
The power outage occurred due to a technical malfunction.
The traffic congestion was caused due to a major accident on the highway.

notwithstanding

She was determined to succeed notwithstanding the challenges she faced.
The company’s profits continued to grow, notwithstanding the economic downturn.
He decided to go on the trip, notwithstanding the bad weather forecast.
The team played exceptionally well, notwithstanding the absence of their star player.
The project was completed on time, notwithstanding the unexpected obstacles that arose.

notwithstanding that

Notwithstanding that it was raining heavily, they decided to go for a hike.
Notwithstanding that he had limited experience, he managed to impress everyone with his performance.
Notwithstanding that she was tired, she stayed up late to finish her assignment.
Notwithstanding that they were rivals, they put aside their differences and worked together on the project.
Notwithstanding that it was a challenging task, they were determined to complete it successfully.

nevertheless

The weather was gloomy; nevertheless, we decided to go for a walk in the park.
She faced many obstacles along the way; nevertheless, she never gave up on her dreams.
The team was trailing behind in the game; nevertheless, they managed to stage a comeback and win.
He made a few mistakes in his presentation; nevertheless, his enthusiasm and confidence shone through.
The movie received mixed reviews; nevertheless, it became a box office success.

in spite of

In spite of the heavy rain, they went ahead with their outdoor picnic.
In spite of his busy schedule, he always finds time to spend with his family.
In spite of the challenging circumstances, she remained optimistic and focused.
In spite of the setbacks, they managed to complete the project successfully.
In spite of the lack of resources, they were able to create a remarkable piece of art.

in spite of the fact that

In spite of the fact that she was feeling unwell, she still managed to attend the meeting.
In spite of the fact that he had little experience in cooking, he prepared a delicious meal.
In spite of the fact that it was a long journey, they decided to travel by train.
In spite of the fact that they had limited resources, they created a stunning piece of artwork.
In spite of the fact that the weather was unfavorable, they carried on with their outdoor event.