Speaking: Fluency & Coherence B2 - Lesson 2: Using Sophisticated Discourse Markers (Furthermore, Nevertheless)

Lesson: Advanced Connectors & Discourse Markers Welcome to your advanced conversational training manual. I am Teacher Sopheak. To speak coherently at a B2 upper-intermediate level, you must replace basic connecting words like 'and', 'but', and 'so' with sophisticated logical operators. This transition ensures your arguments sound structured and persuasive during formal presentations or international panel discussions. Core Discourse Markers: Addition: Furthermore (e.g., 'The new policy is effective. Furthermore, it saves money.') Addition: Moreover (e.g., 'Reading improves vocabulary. Moreover, it reduces stress.') Contrast: Nevertheless (e.g., 'The journey was dangerous. Nevertheless, they continued.') Contrast: However (e.g., 'I respect your opinion. However, I disagree.') Consequence: Consequently (e.g., 'Demand dropped. Consequently, prices fell.') Consequence: Therefore (e.g., 'He studied hard. Therefore, he passed.&…