Friday Focus: Conversation Connectors
The Small Phrases That Make You Sound Native
Here’s something you might not have realised…
If your English feels stiff or stressful, it’s probably because you are missing the “connectors.”
These are small, functional phrases that native speakers use to:
Buy Time: They allow your brain to pause without awkward silence.
Signal Intention: They show the listener whether you agree, disagree, or are thinking.
Soften Your Tone: They make your opinions sound like suggestions, not demands.
By adding these small “glue phrases,” you reduce your own stress because you don’t feel pressured to instantly form a perfect, long sentence.