A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two clauses to make them one sentence. These adverbs make the sentence shorter.
When you use a conjunctive adverb, put a comma (,) after it. You can also use a semicolon (;).
The weather was not very good on our last holiday in Sweden; however, we still had a good time.
These are some conjunctive adverbs: also, besides, consequently, finally, however, indeed, instead, meanwhile, next, still, then etc.
The hotel is fully booked for the month of August, therefore, we advise another hotel.
The design for the new library was excellent; however it was too expensive to build.
I finished my homework, then, I went out.
I was too tired to travel; besides, the trains weren't working because of the heavy rain.
We didn't go to see a film; instead, we went to a restaurant.
When a conjunctive adverb is used in a single sentence a comma (,) is used to separate it from the rest of the sentence.
I didn't think I would like yoga classes. However, I really enjoyed myself there.
We were looking for a restaurant all evening. Finally, we found a lovely Italian restaurant after two hours.
I didn't walk to work today. Instead, I took the bus.
Lesson by Tristan, teacher at EC Malta English school
