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Linking words and phrases of generalisation

Linking words and phrases of generalisation are used to move a listeners attention to an overview of the situation


Structure

Specific statement - linking word or phrase of generalisation - general statement


Linking Words and Phrases of Generalisation

  • On the whole
  • In general
  • Generally speaking
  • Broadly speaking


Examples

  • The performance of the company was excellent, on the whole, all departments saw a sharp increase in profits
  • The sporting event was a great success, in general everything went smoothly
  • Flooding in Australia is not a common occurrence, generally speaking it is a dry country
  • The real estate market is considered a good mark of long-term investors, broadly speaking, it has performed the best and been the safest market for many years

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Language Connections

Introduction

Introduction

Amplifying Communication: The Power of Vocal Stress in Linking Words and Phrases

Amplifying Communication: The Power of Vocal Stress in Linking Words and Phrases

Sequence

Sequence

Result

Result

Emphasis

Emphasis

Addition

Addition

Reason

Reason

Example

Example

Contrast

Contrast

Comparison

Comparison

Generalisation

Generalisation

Conclusion

Conclusion

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