Essay

[Establecer el problema]. Despite the fact that there are different alternatives, I will discuss
three approaches that should be taken into consideration: [Comentar las tres opciones que se
van a discutir] Needless to say, both of them are really important, but there is a need to clarify
which one is more relevant.

On the one hand, [Primera opción], which is essential due to the fact that [Argumentos sobre la
primera opción]

On the other hand, [Segunda opción] has a vital role in the topic we are concerned about since
[Argumento a favor de la segunda opción]. There are some drawbacks to this approach,
however. What about [Argumento en contra de la segunda opción]?

Finally, I would like to talk about [Tercera opción] which is not the best option since [Argumentos
en contra de la tercera opción]

As I see it, [Opción 1] is even a more effective solution than the other options because [Explicar
el motivo]

 To express personal opinions: In my opinion, I believe (that) / I feel (that) / it

seems to me / in my view /as I see it / I think / personally
 To show purpose: to / in order to / so as to / so that
 To list ideas: Firstly / secondly / finally / In the first place / Lastly
 To contrast ideas: However / although / in contrast / whereas / but / nevertheless /
in spite of / despite
 To describe a cause: Because / since / as / due to
 To show a sequence: First of all / then / after that / eventually / in the end / finally
 To add information: In addition / moreover / what is more / besides / too /
furthermore / and
 To describe a consequence: Consequently / as a result / therefore / so / thus / for
this reason / that is why
 To conclude the topic: In conclusion / to sum up / in short / all in all

To begin with / It is a fact of common knowledge / Needless to say / to fine / policy / it is an

open secret / everybody can and must / contribute to solving / must bear in mind / to avoid / to
prevent from / to achieve / to ban / to complain / compulsory, mandatory / advantages /
disadvantages; drawbacks; downside / on the plus; down side.

Making points

Many people feel that ...

First and foremost, ...
It is widely believed that ...
It would be ideal if ...
Another argument in favour is ...
It is clear from the facts that ...
The benefits of ... outweigh the disadvantages.
On the whole, I think ...
Contrasting points

On the other hand ...

Other people think ...
An opposing argument is ...
Giving opinions
I personally feel that ...
I find it hard to see why ...
I certainly don't believe that ...
It is difficult to believe that ...
I object to the cloning of animals.

Organising and linking your ideas

First of all, … Secondly, … In addition, …

Moreover, … Furthermore, …
So … As a result, … Therefore, …
However, … On the one hand…/On the other hand …
On the whole … While it is true to say …
Finally, … To summarise, … In conclusion