Unit 05: Functions- Expressing Addition and Concession

 

    Expressing addition and concession refers to using conjunctions and transition words to connect ideas and show the relationship between them.

    Addition is used to show that one idea is being added to another, while concession is used to show that one idea contradicts or qualifies another.

    Examples of conjunctions for addition include "and," "also," "furthermore," and "moreover," while examples of transition words for concession include "however," "although," "despite," and "nevertheless."

Here's an example of expressing addition and concession in a sentence:

    "Although the new restaurant has received mixed reviews, the atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and furthermore, the staff is friendly and accommodating."

    In this example, the sentence begins with a concession ("although the new restaurant has received mixed reviews"), followed by an addition using the conjunction "furthermore" to add a positive aspect about the restaurant. This creates a more nuanced and balanced argument, and engages the reader by showing different perspectives on the topic.

Expressing Concession

Examples:

•  Halima studied hard. She failed the exam.

1. Although Halima studied hard, she failed the exam.
2. Even though Halima studied hard, she failed the exam.
3. Despite studying hard, Halima failed the exam.
4. In spite of studying hard, Halima failed the exam.
5. Halima studied hard. However, she failed the exam.
6. Halima studied hard. Nevertheless, she failed the exam.
7. Halima studied hard. Nonetheless, she failed the exam.
8. Halima studied hard. Yet, she failed the exam.

Expressing Addition

Examples:

1. Ahmed took his pen out and started writing.
2. The police arrived first and the ambulance came soon after.
3. She has got a car as well as a motorbike.
4. She has got not only a motorbike, but also a car.
5. The officer is unwilling to admit his mistake. Moreover, he has proved that he is totally incapable of handling the situation.
6. The refugees are short of food. Furthermore, they desperately need medical assistance.
7. The football player played badly. In addition, he was extremely rude to a press photographer.

 

I- Expressions of Addition

In addition – Moreover – Furthermore – Also

•This book is about gender and cultural dimensions of globalisation. Moreover, it addresses the production and use of women’s magazine.

As well as

•Rural women need education as well as health care.

Along with (+ ing)

•Along with being busy with her professional career, Susan manages her family life.

Not only … but also

•Women’s magazines are not only criticised for being elitist but also for focusing on urban issues.

II- Expressions of Concession

Although – Though – Even though

•Although globalisation has a positive impact on Moroccan women’s situation, there is still fear of losing local tradition.

However – Yet – Nevertheless – Nontheless 

•Some women are illiterate. However, they can understand using pictures in magazines.

Despite – In spite of

•In spite of being illiterate, some women use the magazine’s pictures as resources for dressmaking.