二、文章及段落结尾常用的过渡词语
therefore, thus 因此
【例】Taking exercise helps us build up our body and keep a clear mind. Therefore, we can work more efficiently.
锻炼可以帮助我们增强体质及保持清醒的头脑。因此，我们能够更有效率地工作。
in conclusion 总之，最后
【例】In conclusion, people around the world should be aware of the real situation of water shortage, protect the present water resources and explore potential ones scientifically.
最后，全世界人民都应该意识到水资源短缺的现状，保护现有水资源并科学地开发潜在资源。
in brief 简言之
【例】In brief, birth control is of vital importance in China.
简言之，计划生育对中国来说是十分重要的。
to sum up 总而言之
【例】To sum up, out of sight, out of mind.
总而言之，眼不见，心不烦。
in a word 总之
【例】In a word, to read the original work is better than to see the film adapted from it.
总之，读原著胜过看基于它改编的电影。
