2016 Useful Phrases for ArticlesFirst Certificate Opening rhetorical phrases: Have you ever ……..? Are you one of those people who thinks that ……? Are you one of those people who …....? What would life be like if ……? Introducing your first point: First of all The first thing to consider is One thing to consider is To begin with, Introducing more points Surprisingly, most people…. Curiously, ... Personally, … Worryingly, Another consideration is Yet another consideration is So what is the attraction of . . . . . .? Another thing to consider is Added to that Besides that, On top of that, Speak directly to the reader. (use “you”) Ask direct, rhetorical phrases. Use adverbs to start sentences – Surprisingly…. Use contractions Use Informal linking words (despite, however, secondly) Use phrasal verbs Be friendly! Don’t be too formal. Try and catch the reader’s interest. Friendly advice to the reader If you are thinking of taking it up yourself, you should… Make sure you don´t, Also, be sure to Be sure not to Don’t be put off by. Conclusion In conclusion Do not write these in an article! Write friendly advice to the reader if possible. (See above) To conclude You could also end with another rhetorical question. To sum up Introducing your opinion For me there is no better way of + (gerund) In my opinion Personally I believe that In my view If you ask me To my mind My personal opinion is that