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Therefore, consequently, and as a result.
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The rule
Linking result connectors show the consequence of an idea or event. The main ones in this lesson are so, therefore, consequently, and as a result. So is common and informal; therefore and consequently are more formal; as a result often starts a new sentence or clause. In formal writing, use punctuation carefully: therefore and consequently often follow a semicolon or a full stop, and as a result is usually followed by a comma when it starts a sentence.
The trap
The road was flooded, therefore we stayed at home, because it was dangerous.
The road was flooded, so we stayed at home.
So is a natural linking result word in everyday English. It is not formal, but it is correct and often better than using a heavier connector in simple sentences.
The company lost money, therefore it cut costs, because it was dangerous.
The company lost money, so it cut costs.
So can link a cause and result in a simple way. You do not need therefore in every result sentence.
He studied every night, consequently he passed the exam.
He studied every night; consequently, he passed the exam.
Consequently is a formal result linker. It is usually followed by a comma and used to connect clauses or full sentences.
The weather was terrible. As a result the match was cancelled.
The weather was terrible. As a result, the match was cancelled.
As a result is followed by a comma when it begins a sentence. It introduces the result clearly and formally.
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