1. Many people think... but others do not agree.
Many people think (that) ..., but others disagree.
2. Let us consider what the advantages and disadvantages of… are.
Let's look at what the advantages and disadvantages are... .
3. Let’s consider some pros and cons of it.
Let's look at some of the pros and cons (of this).

4. Let us start by considering pros and cons of it.
Let's start by looking at the pros and cons (of it).

The following phrases can be used when you want to consider the pros and cons. Don't forget to use linking words.
1. To begin with, … .
Let's begin with that... .
2. Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... .
Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... .
3. One argument in support of ... .
One of the arguments in support... .
4. The first thing that needs to be said is ... .
The first thing to say is that... . (First of all, it should be said that ....)
5. It is true that ... / clear that ... / noticeable that ... .
It is true that... / It is clear that... / It is noteworthy that...
6. Another good thing about… is that….
Another positive point...is (that)....
7. The second reason for... .
The second reason... .
8. It is undeniable that...
It cannot be denied that... .
9. For the great majority of people... .
For the vast majority of people... .
10. A number of key issues arise from the statement. For instance, ... .
This statement raises a number of key issues. For example, ... .
11. One of the most striking features of this problem is... .
One of the most striking aspects of this problem... .
12. First of all, let us try to understand... .
First of all, let's try to understand... .
13. The public in general tends to believe that ... .
The public as a whole tends to believe that... .
14. What is more, … . Moreover, ... .
15. Besides, … because it is … .
Besides... because... .
16. Doubtless, ... .
Undoubtedly...
17. One cannot deny that... .
It cannot be denied that... .
18. It is (very) clear from these observations that ... .
From these observations it is (absolutely) clear that... .
19. On the other hand, we can observe that ... .
On the other hand, we can observe that... .
20. The other side of the coin is, however, that ... .
However, on the other hand...
21. Another way of looking at this question is to ... .
To look at this problem from the other side, you need... .
22. One should, nevertheless, consider the problem from another angle.
However, we should look at this problem from a different perspective.
24. One should, however, not forget that ... .
However, we should not forget that...
25. If on the one hand it can be said that ... the same is not true for ... .
And if, on the one hand, we can say that..., the same cannot be said about....
26. On the other hand, … .
On the other side, ... .
27. Although….Although….
28. Besides...
Besides, ... .
29. Moreover, … Moreover, … .
30. Furthermore, one should not forget that ... .
In addition, we should not forget that... .
31. In addition to... .
Except (that) ... .
32. Nevertheless, one should accept that ... .
However, it must be recognized that... .
33.However, we also agree that... .
However, we also agree that... .

You can support your idea with the opinion of (some abstract) experts:
1. Experts... Experts...
2...believe that...
think that … .
3.... say that … ....
they say that … .
4....suggest that... ...
assume that...
5.... are convinced that … . ...
are convinced that...
6....pointed out that…. ...
note that...
7....emphasize that…. ...
emphasize that...
8.According to some experts...
According to some experts,...
9. Perhaps we should also point out the fact that ... .
Perhaps we should also note the fact that... .
10. It would be unfair not to mention that fact that ....
It would be unfair not to mention the fact that... .
11. One must admit that... .
We must admit that... .
12. We cannot ignore the fact that ... .
We cannot ignore the fact that... .
13. One cannot possibly accept the fact that ... .
It's hard to come to terms with the fact that... .
14. From these facts, one may conclude that ... .
From these facts, we can conclude that... .
15. Which seems to confirm the idea that ... .
Which seems to confirm the idea that...
16. Thus, ... / Therefore,...
Thus... / Therefore... .
17. The most common argument against this is that ... .
The most common argument against this is that

At the end of the essay you conclude:
1. In conclusion, I can say that although … , … .
In conclusion, I can say that although... , ... .
2. To draw the conclusion, one can say that….
To sum it up, we can say that... .
3. So it’s up to everyone to decide whether … or not.
So everyone must decide for themselves...whether...or not.
4. The arguments we have presented ... suggest that ... / prove that ... / would indicate that ... .
The arguments we have presented... presuppose that... / prove that... / indicate that... .
5. From these arguments one must ... / could... / might ... conclude that ...
Based on these arguments, it is necessary... / it is possible... / it would be possible... to come to the conclusion that... .

From this article you will learn what ( linking words) are used in written English work, such as essays. This type of work belongs to the official style and has been included in the Unified State Examination in English since 2014. You can familiarize yourself with the rules for writing an essay here - At the end of the article you will also find USEFUL TIPS,

Linking words in written English work

In any written work in English, it is not grammar that is controlled, but logic, therefore, your essay should be as logical as possible. The more logically you write, the more understandable your essay will be to the evaluator and the more points he will give you. Therefore, in your essay you should use different introductory words and complex subordinating conjunctions, in simple terms, linking words.

Let's share everything linking words into groups to make it clearer what they serve:

I. Opinion Words

First group the words are called " opinion words" You definitely use them, since you write “opinion-composition”: To my mind, ... - In my opinion, ... From my point of view, ... - From my point of view, ... In my opinion, ... - In my opinion, ...

II. Introducing Words

Second group words is called « introducing words» . These are the words with which you introduce the first and most important argument in defense of your point of view: To begin with, ... - To begin with, ... To start with, ... - To begin with, ... The first thing to be considered is ... - First, that I would like to consider...

III. Listing Words

Third group words is called « listing words» (list - in English “list”). These are the words with which you consistently argue your opinion: First of all, ... - Firstly, ... Second (ly), ... - Secondly, ... In the second place I would like to mention ... - In second place, ... Third (ly), ... - Thirdly, ... Finally, ... - In the end, ...

IV. Adding Words

Fourth group words is called "adding words". These are words with which you can add arguments in defense of your point of view: Moreover, ... - Moreover, What is more, ... - Moreover, More than that, ... - Moreover, Besides, ... - In addition, ... - In adding Furthermore, ... - Moreover Next ... - Next Also ... - Also Plus ... - In addition

Words Another thing & too- cannot be used in an essay, since they belong to an informal style, characteristic, for example, of a personal letter.

The third and fourth groups are interchangeable!

V. Contrasting Words

Fifth group words are "contrasting words". Please note that this is the word you begin the third paragraph of the essay with. However, ... - However ... Nevertheless, ... - Nevertheless ... In contrast, ... - In contrast, ... On the other hand, ... - On the other hand, ...

Word But- cannot be used in an essay, since it belongs to an informal style, characteristic, for example, of a personal letter.

VI. Giving Examples

Also in the essay you can give examples and refer to the opinions of various authoritative sources, so remember the words from the next group. This group of words is called « giving examples » . for example, - for example, ... such as - such as like - like, like according to smb - according to the words “someone”

VII. Concluding Words

In the last paragraph you do conclusion, so start it with one word from the following group to choose from. This group of words is called « including words » To sum up, ... - In conclusion, ... To conclude, ... - In conclusion, ... In conclusion, ... - In conclusion, ... All in all, ... - In general, ... All things considered, ... - Taking into account all of the above, ...

VIII. Cause and Effect Words

And finally very important group of words, which contains cause-and-effect conjunctions: as a result - as a result as - since because - because so - therefore that is why - therefore thus - in this way

Be sure to use cause-and-effect conjunctions in your English essay, as they will help you express your thoughts logically, and this is very, very IMPORTANT.

Explore this below essay template to understand how to correctly use all of the above linking words in an English essay.

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But that is not all! The most difficult thing is that you will have to write an essay in English in a limited time - 40 minutes. How to do this as efficiently as possible?

HOW TO WRITE AN ENGLISH ESSAY IN 40 MINUTES 1) read the assignment and identify the main problem; 2) decide on your point of view (are you for or against); 3) write arguments (2-3) and their rationale on a draft; 4) reflect various aspects of the problem (social, economic, moral); 5) reveal one of the aspects in more detail; 6) and, MOST IMPORTANTLY, You should write an essay without a draft, keeping in mind the essay template (below)

IMPORTANT: The essay belongs to the official style, therefore abbreviations like: isn't, don't, that's why phrasal verbs and other colloquial expressions such as those characteristic of informal style ( of course, etc.) do not use parentheses and exclamation marks for the same reason, do not start a sentence with the words But or And. Use any word from group 4 instead.

1. Let us consider what the advantages and disadvantages of… are. Let's look at what the advantages and disadvantages are... .
2. Let's consider some pros and cons of it. Let's look at some of the pros and cons (of this).
3. Many people think... but others do not agree. Many people think (that) ..., but others disagree.
4. Let us start by considering pros and cons of it. Let's start by looking at the pros and cons (of it).

The following phrases can be used when you want to consider the pros and cons. Don't forget to use linking words.

1. Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... . Firstly, ... / Secondly, ... / Finally, ... .
2. To begin with, … . Let's begin with that... .
3. The first thing that needs to be said is... . The first thing to say is that... . (First of all, it should be said that ....)
4. One argument in support of ... . One of the arguments in support... .
5. It is true that ... / clear that ... / noticeable that ... . It is true that... / It is clear that... / It is noteworthy that...
6. Another good thing about… is that…. Another positive point...is (that)....
7. The second reason for... . The second reason... .
8. For the great majority of people... . For the vast majority of people... .
9. It is undeniable that... It cannot be denied that... .
10. A number of key issues arise from the statement. For instance, ... . This statement raises a number of key issues. For example, ... .
11. One of the most striking features of this problem is... . One of the most striking aspects of this problem... .
12. The public in general tend to believe that ... . The public as a whole tends to believe that... .
13. What is more,… . Moreover, ... .
14. First of all, let us try to understand... . First of all, let's try to understand... .
15. Besides, … because it is … . Besides... because... .
16. Doubtless, ... . Undoubtedly...
17. It is (very) clear from these observations that ... . From these observations it is (absolutely) clear that... .
18. On the other hand, we can observe that... . On the other hand, we can observe that... .
19. One cannot deny that... . It cannot be denied that... .
20. The other side of the coin is, however, that ... . However, on the other hand...
21. Another way of looking at this question is to... To look at this problem from the other side, you need... .
22. One should, nevertheless, consider the problem from another angle.
23. However, we should look at this problem from a different perspective.
24. One should, however, not forget that ... . However, we should not forget that...
25. If on the one hand it can be said that ... the same is not true for ... . And if, on the one hand, we can say that..., the same cannot be said about....
26. On the other hand, … . On the other side, ... .
27. Although….Although….
28. Besides, ... Besides, ... .
29. Moreover, ... Moreover, ... .
30. Furthermore, one should not forget that ... . In addition, we should not forget that... .
31. However, we also agree that... . However, we also agree that... .
32. In addition to... . Except (that) ... .
33. Nevertheless, one should accept that... . However, it must be recognized that... .

You can support your idea with the opinion of (some abstract) experts:

1. Experts... Experts...
2. ... believe that ... believe that ... .
3. ... say that ... .... say that ... .
4. ... suggest that ... ... suggest that ... .
5. ... are convinced that … . ... are convinced that ... .
6. ...pointed out that…. ... note that ... .
7. ...emphasize that... ...emphasize that...
8. Perhaps we should also point out the fact that ... . Perhaps we should also note the fact that... .
9. According to some experts... According to some experts, ... .
10. It would be unfair not to mention that fact that ... . It would be unfair not to mention the fact that... .
11. One must admit that... . We must admit that... .
12. One cannot possibly accept the fact that ... . It's hard to come to terms with the fact that... .
13. The most common argument against this is that ... . The most common argument against this is that
14. From these facts, one may conclude that... . From these facts, we can conclude that... .
15. We cannot ignore the fact that... . We cannot ignore the fact that... .
16. Thus, ... / Therefore,... Thus, ... / Therefore... .
17. Which seems to confirm the idea that ... . Which seems to confirm the idea that...

At the end of the essay we draw conclusions:

1. The arguments we have presented ... suggest that ... / prove that ... / would indicate that ... . The arguments we have presented... presuppose that... / prove that... / indicate that... .
2. In conclusion, I can say that although … , … . In conclusion, I can say that although... , ... .
3. So it’s up to everyone to decide whether … or not. So everyone must decide for themselves...whether...or not.
4. To draw the conclusion, one can say that…. To sum it up, we can say that... .
5. From these arguments one must ... / could... / might ... conclude that ... Based on these arguments, one must... / could... / could... come to the conclusion that What... .

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Format and rules for writing an essay “expressing opinion”

The essay “expressing opinion” is written in a formal (business) style.
In this type of essay, you need to express your point of view on a given topic, as well as bring other people’s points of view opposite to yours and explain why you disagree with them. Your opinion should be clearly stated and supported by examples or evidence.
The volume of the essay is 200-250 words (minimum 180 words, maximum 275)
The essay should actively use constructions such as “In my opinion”, “I think”, “I believe”
It is necessary to use introductory words and constructions like “On the one hand, on the other hand”..., linking words (Nevertheless, Moreover, Despite...)
It is prohibited to use abbreviations such as “I’m”, “they’re”, “don’t”, “can’t” (otherwise the score for organizing the essay will be reduced)
The “expressing opinion” essay has a strict structure, changing which when writing the essay will lead to a decrease in score. The essay “expressing opinion” consists of 4 paragraphs:

1) Introduction(introduction)

In the introduction, you must clearly formulate the topic-problem, indicating that there are two opposing points of view on the problem (Some people claim that mobile phones are very useful devices while others argue that life could be less stressful without them.) and express your opinion without using too many personal constructs
However, the first sentence should not repeat the given topic of the essay word for word. Recommended ending of the first paragraph: Now I would like to express my point of view on the problem of …

2) Main part

1 paragraph. Give 2-3 arguments supporting your point of view, supporting them with examples or evidence.
In the second paragraph you should adhere to only ONE point of view, for example: Mobile phones in my opinion are very useful devices. OR I consider the mobile phone to be a harmful and useless invention.
You must provide 2-3 arguments with evidence to support your opinion

2 paragraph. Give opposing points of view (1-2), and explain why you DO NOT agree with them. Example: However, some people think that mobile phones not only keep you in touch with your relatives and friends but also provide you with a great number of facilities. I can’t agree with this statement because…
Your counterarguments to the opinions of other people should not repeat the 2nd paragraph.

3) Conclusion

It is necessary to conclude, referring to the topic given in the 1st paragraph, that there are 2 points of view on the problem, and also confirm your own point of view.
For example: “There are different points of view on this problem. I think that...” or “Taking everything into consideration, there are two different points of view on this problem. I believe that...

Useful vocabulary for composition"expressing opinion"

1 paragraph Introductory phrases

• It is popularly believed that….
• People often claim that... Some people argue that...
• A lot of people think that…
• It is often suggested/believed that…
• Many people are in favor of the idea that... Many people are convinced that...
• Some people are against…

2 paragraph. Phrases expressing your point of view:

• I would like to explain my point of view on this situation.
• I would like to express my opinion on this problem.

Phrases characterizing the advantages of the problem under discussion:

• As already stated I’m in favor of… for a number of reasons…
• There are many things to be said in favor of…
• The best/ thing about……. is...

Phrases listing points of view:

• Firstly, /First of all….
• In the first place
• To start with, / To begin with,
• Secondly, Thirdly, Finally,
• Last but not least,

Phrases that add new arguments:

• Furthermore, /Moreover, /What is more,
• As well as…. /In addition to this/that…
• Besides, /…….also….
• Not only…., but…… as well.
• Apart from this/that….
• not to mention the fact that

3 paragraph.

• Some people believe that… however they fail to understand that…
• they fail to consider that… they forget that…
• Some people argue that…. I can't agree with it as...
• I disagree with this point of view (statement, opinion) because …
• It has become fashionable for some people to argue that…
• Contrary to what most people believe, I think that…
• As opposed to the above ideas…I believe that…

4 paragraph. Closing phrases:

• In conclusion,
• On the whole,
• To conclude
• To sum up
• All in all,
• All things considered
• Finally,
• Lastly
• Taking everything into account,
• Taking everything into consideration

Expression of personal opinion:

• In my opinion this subject is very controversial
• In my view…
• To my mind...
• To my way of thinking…
• Personally I believe that…
• I feel strongly that...
• It seems to me that...
• As far as I am concerned…

Criteria for assessing the completion of tasks C2

	Solving a communication problem (CONTENTS)	ORGANIZATION OF THE TEXTS		Grammar	Spelling and punctuation
	The task is completed in full: the content reflects all aspects specified in the task; the style of speech is chosen correctly, taking into account the purpose of the statement and the addressee; The norms of politeness accepted in the language are observed.	The statement is logical: the means of logical connection are chosen correctly; the text is divided into paragraphs; the format of the statement is chosen correctly	The vocabulary used is appropriate to the task at hand; There are practically no violations in the use of vocabulary. (1-2 errors)	Grammatical structures are used in accordance with the task at hand. Virtually no errors. (1-2 errors)
	The task is completed: some aspects specified in the task are not fully disclosed; there are individual violations of the stylistic design of speech; the norms of politeness accepted in the language are generally observed	The statement is basically logical; there are some disadvantages when using logical communication means; there are some disadvantages when dividing the text into paragraphs; there are some violations of the format of the statement	The vocabulary used corresponds to the task, however, there are some inaccuracies in the use of words or the vocabulary is limited. But the vocabulary is used correctly (3-7 errors)	There are a number of grammatical errors that do not impede understanding of the text (3-7 errors)	There are practically no spelling errors. The text is divided into sentences with correct punctuation (1-2 errors)
	The task has not been completed completely: the content does not reflect all aspects specified in the task; There are often violations of style; generally the accepted norms of politeness in the language are not observed	The statement is not always logical: there are shortcomings or errors in the use of means of logical communication, their choice is limited; division of text into paragraphs is illogical or absent; there are numerous errors in the format of the statement	An unreasonably limited vocabulary was used; There are frequent violations in the use of vocabulary, some of which may make it difficult to understand the text	Either elementary-level errors are common, or errors are few in number but make it difficult to understand the text. (8-12 errors)	There are a number of spelling or punctuation errors that make the text significantly more difficult to understand (3-10 errors)
	The task was not completed: the content does not reflect the aspects specified in the task or does not correspond to the required volume (200-250 words) Note: the minimum number of words is 180, the maximum is 275. If the essay has 179 words - “0” for content, if there are more than 276 words, then only 250 words from the beginning are checked.	There is no logic in the construction of the statement; the format of the statement is not respected	Extremely limited vocabulary does not allow you to complete the task (cannot be placed if there is no “0” for content)	Grammar rules are not followed (more than 12 errors)	Spelling and punctuation rules are not followed More than 10 errors

Essay sample

Many cities in Europe do everything to promote bicycles as an ecologically clean type of transportation; however the governor of St. Petersburg signed a decree according to which bicycles will not be allowed in the city centre.

Do you agree that bicycles should be banned in the center of St. Petersburg?

Write 200-250 words

Use the following plan:

1. Introduction. (State the problem)

2. Express your opinion and give reasons for it.

3. Give other people's arguments and explain why they are wrong.

4. Make a conclusion

In European cities people ride bicycles a lot because they are aware that bikes help to save fuel and reduce pollution in cities. However, the governor of Saint-Petersburg decided to ban bicycles in the city center and I fully agree with it. I would like to explain my point of view on it.

In my opinion, the governor is absolutely right. In the first place, our roads are not adapted for biking as in Europe; they are too narrow and there are no separate lanes for bicycles. Moreover, bikes do not help the traffic situation but even sometimes make it worse as bicyclists often break traffic rules and cause accidents. In addition, the weather in St. Petersburg is not good for bicycle commuting. In winter roads are covered with ice, in autumn and in spring rains are frequent and roads are wet, so it is very difficult for cyclists to move.

On the other hand, some say that bikes are undoubtedly useful for our health, I can not agree with it completely as there are a lot of road accidents where cyclists are injured. Some people may argue that bikes are ecologically clean, but you can also put special purifying facilities on cars which are faster and more comfortable as transport.

To sum up, there are different points of view on this problem. I believe that bicycles should be banned in the city center where streets are not specially created for them. As I see it, a bike is a kind of transport for short trips in the countryside.

Unified State Exam in English. Letter. Task C2. Video tutorial.

Introductory phrases and filler words exist in any language. Such phrases help start a conversation, connect parts of a conversation, parts of a sentence, thoughts and ideas with each other. Introductory phrases and words in English help to give speech an emotional and semantic coloring, making speech more expressive and rich. Such expressions can convey the speaker's attitude towards the statement. Examples of using introductory words and phrases in English

Knowing the introductory phrases and plug-in constructions in English will be very useful for those who are learning this language because it will help the beginner improve his language skills. Today we will look at the most common and frequently occurring introductory phrases in the English language, the so-called cliches, and their use in speech.

What are these English introductory phrases?

Introductory phrases are called introductory phrases because the sentence begins with them, and they do not play any grammatical or semantic role in the sentence. Such expressions enhance the emotionality and expressiveness of the statement, but if they are discarded, the meaning of the sentence will not change in any way.

Here are the main cliches with examples that will help you diversify your English speech:

• Moreover,...- Moreover…
  Tom is absent today, moreover, he is ill. - Tom is absent today, moreover, he is ill.
• Most of all...- Most…
  Most of all I like ice-cream. — Most of all I love ice cream.
• It is important to know that...- It is important to know that...
  It is important to know that this question needs an urge decision. “It is important to know that this issue needs to be resolved as soon as possible.”
• It is important to remember that...- It is important to remember that...
  It is important to remember that we have no time to be late, nobody will wait for us. “It’s important to remember that we don’t have time to be late because no one will wait for us.”
• In conclusion...- In conclusion..., As a conclusion...
  In conclusion I’d like to say that you’ve done a great work. — In conclusion, I would like to say that you have done an excellent job.
• After all...- In the end…
  I am sick and tired of this conversation, and after all, it’s late, it’s time to go home. “I’m tired of this conversation, and in the end, it’s late, it’s time to go home.”
• In any case, … / Anyway, … / Either way, …- In any case..., Still...
  In any case, we should prevent him. Anyway he must know about the problem. “In any case, we should warn him.” Still, he should know about the problem.
• Actually...- Actually...
  Actually Tom didn’t know about the problem, so he isn’t guilty. - Actually, Tom didn’t know about the problem, it’s not his fault.
• Fortunately...- Fortunately…
  Tom is late. Fortunately, we didn’t manage to begin the conference. - Tom was late. Fortunately, we haven't started the conference yet.
• Unfortunately...- Unfortunately…
  Unfortunately, I didn’t finish my homework. — Unfortunately, I didn’t finish my homework.
• Firstly...- First of all, first of all...
  Let's begin. Firstly, I want to ask you some questions. - Let's start. First I would like to ask you a few questions.
• Instead of…- Instead of…
  Instead of watching TV now, you’d wash up. — Instead of watching TV now, you should wash the dishes.
• In the first place,…- At the first place…
  In the first place we must finish our work for today. - First of all, we must finish our work for today.
• From time to time...- Occasionally…
  Do you often see Alex? Yes, from time to time he visits me. — Do you see Alex often? Yes, he visits me from time to time.
• Аs a result of…- As a result of the fact that...
  As a result of what is done, we have a great job. “As a result of what has been done, we have done a good job.”
• Indeed...- In fact, in reality...
  Indeed, I need you. - Actually, I need you. Also in the proverb A friend in need is a friend indeed. — A friend is known in need (Literally: a friend in need is truly a friend).
• In order to…- So that, in order to...
  In order to manage everything, you should plan your day. — To manage everything, you must plan your day.
• In other words...- In other words…
  She doesn't want to finish her task, in other words, she is lazy. “She doesn’t want to finish her work, in other words, she’s lazy.”

Popular introductory clichés in English speech

Even more English introductory clichés

Of course, in the English language there are a lot of expressions that do not play any grammatical role in a sentence, but lexically enrich and decorate speech:

• It seems that...- It seems that…
  It is cloudy and windy outside. It seems to me that it will rain. — It’s cloudy and windy outside. It seems to me that it will rain.
• In short...- Briefly speaking…
  I am not sure he understood the problem. In short, he didn’t understand anything. “I'm not sure he understood what the problem was.” In short, he didn't understand anything.
• Besides...- Besides…
  I am very tired; besides, I think that I’ve caught a cold. “I’m very tired, and besides, I think I’ve caught a cold.”
• In addition,...- In addition, besides...
  We have a lot of work. In addition we must finish it till Sunday. - We have a lot of work. Besides. we have to finish it before Sunday.
• By the way...- By the way, by the way...
  By the way, did you pay for the internet? — By the way, did you pay for the Internet?
• However...- Nevertheless, still...
  I’ve finished my article; however, I have some details. — I finished my article, however, there are still some details left.
• Frankly speaking, …- Honestly…
  Frankly speaking, I don’t believe him. “Honestly, I don’t believe him.”
• In my opinion,…- In my opinion, in my opinion...
  In my opinion, Alex is a very sincere man. — In my opinion, Alex is a very sincere person.
• Аt first, … / First, …- First, first...
  Can I take your car? At first, I must speak with my parents. -Can I borrow your car? First I have to talk to my parents.
• First of all,…- First of all…
  I want to be a doctor. But first of all, I must finish the school. - I want to be a doctor. But first of all I have to finish school.
• Let us/Let"s/Let me…- Allow me, let's...
  Let me see your documents. - Let me look at your documents.
• On the one hand, …, on the other hand, …- On the one hand on the other hand…
  On the one hand this question is very important, but on the other hand it can wait. - On the one hand this question is very important, on the other hand it can wait.
• Also...- Also…
  I’ve bought some dresses for my daughter; also I’ve bought a skirt for me. — I bought several dresses for my daughter, and I also bought a skirt for myself.
• Nevertheless...- Still, nevertheless, despite...
  Nevertheless, Ann is late, we’ll begin without her. — Even though Anna is late, we will start without her.
• I would rather...- I would prefer…
  I would rather finish this exercise. — I would prefer to finish this exercise.
• I would like to...- I would like…
  I would like ice-cream with fruits. — I would like an ice cream sundae.
• I think, … / I believe, … / I guess, …/I consider…- I think, I think, I guess...
  I consider that our planet needs protection. — I think that our planet needs protection.
• Maybe...- May be…
  Tom didn't come to our party. Maybe he is ill. Tom didn't come to our party. Maybe he got sick.
• Probably…- Maybe…
  Probably Kate will win the contest. — Katya will probably win this competition.
• It's possible that...- It’s possible that...
  I can't connect the internet. It’s possible that our computer is broken. — I can’t access the Internet, perhaps our computer is broken.

So, these were the main introductory phrases and plug-in constructions in the English language. We hope that these simple clichés and expressions will help you connect sentences as you speak.