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Useful language for essays

Useful language for essays


A. D.
This set of flashcards helps learn English at the secondary school level, focusing on vocabulary and expressions for reviews, reports, proposals, informal letters, and essays. It includes words like "recommend," "predict," and "critically," with the platform supporting backward learning from the target language to the source language. Ideal for students and travelers looking to improve their fluency, these vocabulary flashcards cater to intermediate learners seeking to enhance their communication skills.
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Students
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Language
German
Category
English
Created / Updated
03.08.2017 / 20.03.2018

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Essay

Expressing an opinion

It is probably true to say that...

There can be no doubt that...

It is simply not the case that...

Essay

Commonly held views

It is widely believed that...

No one would dispute the fact that...

Few people would contest/dispute (the fact) that...

It is generally agreed that...

Essay

Saying what other people think

There are those who argue that...

It has been suggested that...

It is often claimed that...

Opponents/Supporters/Proponents of (hunting) argue that...

Essay

Referring to sources

All the evidence suggests that...

A recent survey proved that...

Judging by the comments made by...

Interviews with (students) have revealed that...

Formal letter

Reason for writing

I am writing with regard/reference to...

I am writing to express (my concern about/disappointment with/disapproval of/apologies for)...

I would like to draw your attention to/point out...

Formal letter

Introducing ponits

(I feel) I must also (dis)agree with...

I should also like to piont out that...

Your (article) states that... However,...

Formal letter

Request for action

I would appreciate it/be grateful if you would...

I look forward to receiving/seeing...

I trust/very much hope you will...

Informal Letter

Beginning the letter

Great/Lovely to hear from you (after so long).

Thanks (a lot) for the letter.

Sorry to hear about your...

Sorry I haven't written/been in touch for so long.

Informal Letter

Persuading

You'd get so much out of it.

It'd be a wonderful/marvellous opportunity for you to...

Just think of (all the people you'd meet).

Just imagine how it would (improve your CV), not to mention (the money you could earn).

Informal Letter

Advising

Whatever you do, make sure you...

It's (not) worth/There's no/little point + gerund

I'd/I wouldn't...if I were you.

You'd be much better off + gerund

Informal Letter

Ending the letter

Write back soon and let me know how it goes.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Can't wait to see you again.

(Give my) love/regards to...

Informal Letter

Signing off

Freinds: All the best/Best wishes/Bye for now

Close friends or relatives: Lots of love/All my love/Love

Proposal

Suitability

The (town/centre/stadium) is well equipped to deal with/perfectly suited for (such events).

It is conveniently located/ideally situated/well connected to (the capital).

There is little doubt that it would be a resounding success/of great benefit to the (town/company).

Proposal

Amenities

There is no shortage/a wide selection of (hotels/cinemas) to choose from.

The (town/conference centre/school) boasts an impressive range of (amenities/facilities).

Few (cities/schools) can offer such a large choice of...

Proposal

Travel and transport

It is within easy reach/walking distance/driving distance of the (centre/hotel).

It is just a short walk/drive/bus ride/train ride from the (coast/station).

The (town) has easy access to (the motorway network).

Report

Introducing the report

The aim/purpose of this report is to examine/evaluate/describe/outline...

It will also include/consider/suggest/recommend...

The report is based on a survey conducted among (college students).

Report

Predicting the future

The outlook for young people/jobs/the country is (far from) bright/optimistic/depressing.

The future looks bleak/remains uncertain/is promising.

This seems unlikely in the near/foreseeable future.

Report

Making recommendations

I would (strongly) recommend that (the school/company should...

In the light of the results of the survey, I would (strongly) advise against...

I feel it would be to our advantage if...

Review

Commenting critically

...provides a fascinating/valuable/revealing insight into...

I found the plot rather predictable/disappointing.

The acting is very impressive/convincing.

She gives a compelling/memorable performance as...

One particular strength/weakness of the filmbook/CD is...

The design/characterization/production is second to none/is not its best feature.

Review

Encouraging others (not) to read/watch/listen

Don't be put off by the title/critics/cover.

It will have you roaring with laughter/rushing out to buy the sequel.

It is a definite must-see.

I would definitely give it a miss.

I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in...

I would strongly advise you (not) to go out and bulysee it.

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