Cause and effect transition words, or consequence transition words, are words that describe the origin and consequence of relationships between two ideas.
Examples
because, since, thus, hence, consequently, therefore, accordingly, and as a result.
How do you use cause-and-effect transition words?
“So” & “Therefore”
These two are used to introduce an effect or result of another idea.
Examples
The players did not perform well, so the coach increased their training hours.
The weather was very bad. Therefore, the airline canceled the flights.
We have to finish cooking before the party starts. Therefore, we need to go to the market now.
“Because” & “Since”
These are used to introduce a cause or reason for another idea.
Example
They resigned because they felt disrespected.
Since, I was on break, I read the novel while drinking tea.
I came late because of the traffic jam.
“Thus” & “Hence”
The cause and effect transition words ‘thus’ and ‘hence’ are used to introduce an effect and reason.
Example
The train’s policy is that every train starts at 8 am. Thus, you will have to use the bus if you don’t want to wait.
You have spent all your allowance before the end of the month. Hence, I cannot give you more money.
“As a Result Of”
As a result of the fight that broke out, the players were suspended.
I couldn’t charge my phone, as a result of the low voltage.
We could easily climb the mountain as a result of the ropes.
“Due to” & “Because of”
Examples
Due to the increase in taxes, many families are struggling financially.
We had to wait in queues at the Post Office because of the population.
Due to his sickness, he was forced to retire early.
Practical exercise
Use the following words to make sentences
because
since
thus
hence
consequently
accordingly
as a result.
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