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• 40 Useful Words and Phrases for Top-Notch Essays

To be truly brilliant, an essay needs to utilise the right language. You could make a great point, but if it’s not intelligently articulated, you almost needn’t have bothered.

Developing the language skills to build an argument and to write persuasively is crucial if you’re to write outstanding essays every time. In this article, we’re going to equip you with the words and phrases you need to write a top-notch essay, along with examples of how to utilise them.

It’s by no means an exhaustive list, and there will often be other ways of using the words and phrases we describe that we won’t have room to include, but there should be more than enough below to help you make an instant improvement to your essay-writing skills.

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General explaining

Let’s start by looking at language for general explanations of complex points.

1. In order to

Usage: “In order to” can be used to introduce an explanation for the purpose of an argument. Example: “In order to understand X, we need first to understand Y.”

2. In other words

Usage: Use “in other words” when you want to express something in a different way (more simply), to make it easier to understand, or to emphasise or expand on a point. Example: “Frogs are amphibians. In other words, they live on the land and in the water.”

3. To put it another way

Usage: This phrase is another way of saying “in other words”, and can be used in particularly complex points, when you feel that an alternative way of wording a problem may help the reader achieve a better understanding of its significance. Example: “Plants rely on photosynthesis. To put it another way, they will die without the sun.”

4. That is to say

Usage: “That is” and “that is to say” can be used to add further detail to your explanation, or to be more precise. Example: “Whales are mammals. That is to say, they must breathe air.”

5. To that end

Usage: Use “to that end” or “to this end” in a similar way to “in order to” or “so”. Example: “Zoologists have long sought to understand how animals communicate with each other. To that end, a new study has been launched that looks at elephant sounds and their possible meanings.”

Adding additional information to support a point

Students often make the mistake of using synonyms of “and” each time they want to add further information in support of a point they’re making, or to build an argument . Here are some cleverer ways of doing this.

6. Moreover

Usage: Employ “moreover” at the start of a sentence to add extra information in support of a point you’re making. Example: “Moreover, the results of a recent piece of research provide compelling evidence in support of…”

7. Furthermore

Usage:This is also generally used at the start of a sentence, to add extra information. Example: “Furthermore, there is evidence to suggest that…”

8. What’s more

Usage: This is used in the same way as “moreover” and “furthermore”. Example: “What’s more, this isn’t the only evidence that supports this hypothesis.”

9. Likewise

Usage: Use “likewise” when you want to talk about something that agrees with what you’ve just mentioned. Example: “Scholar A believes X. Likewise, Scholar B argues compellingly in favour of this point of view.”

10. Similarly

Usage: Use “similarly” in the same way as “likewise”. Example: “Audiences at the time reacted with shock to Beethoven’s new work, because it was very different to what they were used to. Similarly, we have a tendency to react with surprise to the unfamiliar.”

11. Another key thing to remember

Usage: Use the phrase “another key point to remember” or “another key fact to remember” to introduce additional facts without using the word “also”. Example: “As a Romantic, Blake was a proponent of a closer relationship between humans and nature. Another key point to remember is that Blake was writing during the Industrial Revolution, which had a major impact on the world around him.”

12. As well as

Usage: Use “as well as” instead of “also” or “and”. Example: “Scholar A argued that this was due to X, as well as Y.”

13. Not only… but also

Usage: This wording is used to add an extra piece of information, often something that’s in some way more surprising or unexpected than the first piece of information. Example: “Not only did Edmund Hillary have the honour of being the first to reach the summit of Everest, but he was also appointed Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire.”

14. Coupled with

Usage: Used when considering two or more arguments at a time. Example: “Coupled with the literary evidence, the statistics paint a compelling view of…”

15. Firstly, secondly, thirdly…

Usage: This can be used to structure an argument, presenting facts clearly one after the other. Example: “There are many points in support of this view. Firstly, X. Secondly, Y. And thirdly, Z.

16. Not to mention/to say nothing of

Usage: “Not to mention” and “to say nothing of” can be used to add extra information with a bit of emphasis. Example: “The war caused unprecedented suffering to millions of people, not to mention its impact on the country’s economy.”

Words and phrases for demonstrating contrast

When you’re developing an argument, you will often need to present contrasting or opposing opinions or evidence – “it could show this, but it could also show this”, or “X says this, but Y disagrees”. This section covers words you can use instead of the “but” in these examples, to make your writing sound more intelligent and interesting.

17. However

Usage: Use “however” to introduce a point that disagrees with what you’ve just said. Example: “Scholar A thinks this. However, Scholar B reached a different conclusion.”

18. On the other hand

Usage: Usage of this phrase includes introducing a contrasting interpretation of the same piece of evidence, a different piece of evidence that suggests something else, or an opposing opinion. Example: “The historical evidence appears to suggest a clear-cut situation. On the other hand, the archaeological evidence presents a somewhat less straightforward picture of what happened that day.”

19. Having said that

Usage: Used in a similar manner to “on the other hand” or “but”. Example: “The historians are unanimous in telling us X, an agreement that suggests that this version of events must be an accurate account. Having said that, the archaeology tells a different story.”

20. By contrast/in comparison

Usage: Use “by contrast” or “in comparison” when you’re comparing and contrasting pieces of evidence. Example: “Scholar A’s opinion, then, is based on insufficient evidence. By contrast, Scholar B’s opinion seems more plausible.”

21. Then again

Usage: Use this to cast doubt on an assertion. Example: “Writer A asserts that this was the reason for what happened. Then again, it’s possible that he was being paid to say this.”

22. That said

Usage: This is used in the same way as “then again”. Example: “The evidence ostensibly appears to point to this conclusion. That said, much of the evidence is unreliable at best.”

Usage: Use this when you want to introduce a contrasting idea. Example: “Much of scholarship has focused on this evidence. Yet not everyone agrees that this is the most important aspect of the situation.”

Adding a proviso or acknowledging reservations

Sometimes, you may need to acknowledge a shortfalling in a piece of evidence, or add a proviso. Here are some ways of doing so.

24. Despite this

Usage: Use “despite this” or “in spite of this” when you want to outline a point that stands regardless of a shortfalling in the evidence. Example: “The sample size was small, but the results were important despite this.”

25. With this in mind

Usage: Use this when you want your reader to consider a point in the knowledge of something else. Example: “We’ve seen that the methods used in the 19th century study did not always live up to the rigorous standards expected in scientific research today, which makes it difficult to draw definite conclusions. With this in mind, let’s look at a more recent study to see how the results compare.”

26. Provided that

Usage: This means “on condition that”. You can also say “providing that” or just “providing” to mean the same thing. Example: “We may use this as evidence to support our argument, provided that we bear in mind the limitations of the methods used to obtain it.”

27. In view of/in light of

Usage: These phrases are used when something has shed light on something else. Example: “In light of the evidence from the 2013 study, we have a better understanding of…”

28. Nonetheless

Usage: This is similar to “despite this”. Example: “The study had its limitations, but it was nonetheless groundbreaking for its day.”

29. Nevertheless

Usage: This is the same as “nonetheless”. Example: “The study was flawed, but it was important nevertheless.”

30. Notwithstanding

Usage: This is another way of saying “nonetheless”. Example: “Notwithstanding the limitations of the methodology used, it was an important study in the development of how we view the workings of the human mind.”

Giving examples

Good essays always back up points with examples, but it’s going to get boring if you use the expression “for example” every time. Here are a couple of other ways of saying the same thing.

31. For instance

Example: “Some birds migrate to avoid harsher winter climates. Swallows, for instance, leave the UK in early winter and fly south…”

32. To give an illustration

Example: “To give an illustration of what I mean, let’s look at the case of…”

Signifying importance

When you want to demonstrate that a point is particularly important, there are several ways of highlighting it as such.

33. Significantly

Usage: Used to introduce a point that is loaded with meaning that might not be immediately apparent. Example: “Significantly, Tacitus omits to tell us the kind of gossip prevalent in Suetonius’ accounts of the same period.”

34. Notably

Usage: This can be used to mean “significantly” (as above), and it can also be used interchangeably with “in particular” (the example below demonstrates the first of these ways of using it). Example: “Actual figures are notably absent from Scholar A’s analysis.”

35. Importantly

Usage: Use “importantly” interchangeably with “significantly”. Example: “Importantly, Scholar A was being employed by X when he wrote this work, and was presumably therefore under pressure to portray the situation more favourably than he perhaps might otherwise have done.”

Summarising

You’ve almost made it to the end of the essay, but your work isn’t over yet. You need to end by wrapping up everything you’ve talked about, showing that you’ve considered the arguments on both sides and reached the most likely conclusion. Here are some words and phrases to help you.

36. In conclusion

Usage: Typically used to introduce the concluding paragraph or sentence of an essay, summarising what you’ve discussed in a broad overview. Example: “In conclusion, the evidence points almost exclusively to Argument A.”

37. Above all

Usage: Used to signify what you believe to be the most significant point, and the main takeaway from the essay. Example: “Above all, it seems pertinent to remember that…”

38. Persuasive

Usage: This is a useful word to use when summarising which argument you find most convincing. Example: “Scholar A’s point – that Constanze Mozart was motivated by financial gain – seems to me to be the most persuasive argument for her actions following Mozart’s death.”

39. Compelling

Usage: Use in the same way as “persuasive” above. Example: “The most compelling argument is presented by Scholar A.”

40. All things considered

Usage: This means “taking everything into account”. Example: “All things considered, it seems reasonable to assume that…”

How many of these words and phrases will you get into your next essay? And are any of your favourite essay terms missing from our list? Let us know in the comments below, or get in touch here to find out more about courses that can help you with your essays.

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100+ Useful Words and Phrases to Write a Great Essay

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How to Write a Great Essay in English! This lesson provides 100+ useful words, transition words and expressions used in writing an essay. Let’s take a look!

The secret to a successful essay doesn’t just lie in the clever things you talk about and the way you structure your points.

Useful Words and Phrases to Write a Great Essay

Overview of an essay.

Useful Phrases for Proficiency Essays

Developing the argument

• The first aspect to point out is that…
• Let us start by considering the facts.
• The novel portrays, deals with, revolves around…
• Central to the novel is…
• The character of xxx embodies/ epitomizes…

The other side of the argument

• It would also be interesting to see…
• One should, nevertheless, consider the problem from another angle.
• Equally relevant to the issue are the questions of…
• The arguments we have presented… suggest that…/ prove that…/ would indicate that…
• From these arguments one must…/ could…/ might… conclude that…
• All of this points to the conclusion that…
• To conclude…

Ordering elements

• Firstly,…/ Secondly,…/ Finally,… (note the comma after all these introductory words.)
• As a final point…
• On the one hand, …. on the other hand…
• If on the one hand it can be said that… the same is not true for…
• The first argument suggests that… whilst the second suggests that…
• There are at least xxx points to highlight.

Adding elements

• Furthermore, one should not forget that…
• In addition to…
• Moreover…
• It is important to add that…

Accepting other points of view

• Nevertheless, one should accept that…
• However, we also agree that…

Personal opinion

• We/I personally believe that…
• Our/My own point of view is that…
• It is my contention that…
• I am convinced that…
• My own opinion is…

Others’ opinions

• According to some critics… Critics:
• believe that
• suggest that
• are convinced that
• point out that
• emphasize that
• contend that
• go as far as to say that
• argue for this

Introducing examples

• For example…
• For instance…
• To illustrate this point…

Introducing facts

• It is… true that…/ clear that…/ noticeable that…
• One should note here that…

Saying what you think is true

• This leads us to believe that…
• It is very possible that…
• In view of these facts, it is quite likely that…
• Doubtless,…
• One cannot deny that…
• It is (very) clear from these observations that…
• All the same, it is possible that…
• It is difficult to believe that…

Accepting other points to a certain degree

• One can agree up to a certain point with…
• Certainly,… However,…
• It cannot be denied that…

Emphasizing particular points

• The last example highlights the fact that…
• Not only… but also…
• We would even go so far as to say that…

Moderating, agreeing, disagreeing

• By and large…
• Perhaps we should also point out the fact that…
• It would be unfair not to mention the fact that…
• One must admit that…
• We cannot ignore the fact that…
• One cannot possibly accept the fact that…

Consequences

• From these facts, one may conclude that…
• That is why, in our opinion, …
• Which seems to confirm the idea that…
• Thus,…/ Therefore,…
• Some critics suggest…, whereas others…
• Compared to…
• On the one hand, there is the firm belief that… On the other hand, many people are convinced that…

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Phrases For Balanced Arguments

Introduction

• It is often said that…
• It is undeniable that…
• It is a well-known fact that…
• One of the most striking features of this text is…
• The first thing that needs to be said is…
• First of all, let us try to analyze…
• One argument in support of…
• We must distinguish carefully between…
• The second reason for…
• An important aspect of the text is…
• It is worth stating at this point that…
• On the other hand, we can observe that…
• The other side of the coin is, however, that…
• Another way of looking at this question is to…
• What conclusions can be drawn from all this?
• The most satisfactory conclusion that we can come to is…
• To sum up… we are convinced that…/ …we believe that…/ …we have to accept that…

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Useful Academic Expressions & Phrases For Essay Writing

These useful academic expressions , words, vocabulary and phrases will help you to write a top-notch essay. Writing an essay can be a challenging task. However it becomes simpler if it is divided into manageable pieces. There are three main parts in an essay: an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. You can easily overcome your essay writing task with these academic phrases and vocabulary for essay writing.

Phrases to Finish an Introduction Paragraph

In this essay, I will look at some of the arguments for This essay will discuss different ways of … This essay outline some of the reasons why… Let us examine both views before reaching a concrete decision. The following essay takes a look at both sides of the argument.

Vocabulary for Opinion Essay 

In my opinion, I strongly agree with the idea that … I strongly disagree with the idea that … I strongly opine that… I strongly believe that… In my view… As far as I am concerned… It seems to me that… However, I strongly believe that… I oppose the view and my reasons will be explained in the following paragraphs. I will support this view with arguments in the following paragraphs. I personally believe that… Thus the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages…

Useful Expressions For Listing Your Ideas

First… First of all… Firstly… First and foremost… Initially… To begin with… To start with… In the first place…

On the one hand… Second(ly)… (do not use ‘Second of all’) Third(ly)… Then… Next… After that… And… Again… Also… Besides… Likewise… In addition… Consequently… What’s more… Furthermore… Moreover… Apart from that…

Finally… Last but not the least…

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Phrases to Show a Comparison in Your Essay

In the same way… Likewise… Similarly… Like the previous point… Similar to… Also… At the same time… Just as…

Useful Vocabulary and Phrases to Show Contrast

On the other hand… On the contrary… However… Nevertheless…/ Nonetheless… But… Nonetheless/ Nevertheless… Oppositely… Alternatively… Unlike… While… Whilst… Although… Though… Even though… Despite… / In spite of… In spite of the fact that… Alternatively… In contrast to this… Then again… On the other hand… Despite the fact that… Even so… Yet… Meanwhile…

Vocabulary For Expressing Condition

If… Provided that… Because of that… For this reason… Unless… Providing that… So that… In case… Whether…

Phrases for Expressing Certainty in Your Essay

Certainly… Definitely… No doubt… Of course… Doubtlessly… Without any doubt… Undoubtedly…

Vocabulary for Adding Further Information

In addition… And… Moreover… Similarly… Furthermore… Also… As well as… Besides… Even… Too… What’s more… Again… In a similar fashion… Likewise…

Expressions for Agreement & Disagreement in Your Essay

While writing your essay, as a writer you are required to show whether you agree & disagree or partially agree with a given statement or opinion.

Vocabulary for Expressing Agreement

I strongly agree… I completely agree that… I totally agree with the given idea that… I agree with the opinion that… I am quite inclined to the opinion that… I accept that… I accept the fact that… I am in agreement… I consent that…

Vocabulary for Expressing Disagreement

I disagree with the opinion that… I strongly disagree… I completely disagree with… I totally disagree with the given idea that… I disagree with the statement… I quite oppose the opinion that… I disapprove that… I totally do not accept the fact that… My own opinion contradicts… I disagree with the group of people… However, my opinion is different from…

Vocabulary for Expressing Partial Agreement

To some extent… In a way… I agree with the given statement to some extent… Up to a point, I agree… More or less… So to speak…

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Words to Use in an Essay: 300 Essay Words

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Words to use in the essay introduction, words to use in the body of the essay, words to use in your essay conclusion, how to improve your essay writing vocabulary.

It’s not easy to write an academic essay .

Many students struggle to word their arguments in a logical and concise way.

To make matters worse, academic essays need to adhere to a certain level of formality, so we can’t always use the same word choices in essay writing that we would use in daily life.

If you’re struggling to choose the right words for your essay, don’t worry—you’ve come to the right place!

In this article, we’ve compiled a list of over 300 words and phrases to use in the introduction, body, and conclusion of your essay.

The introduction is one of the hardest parts of an essay to write.

You have only one chance to make a first impression, and you want to hook your reader. If the introduction isn’t effective, the reader might not even bother to read the rest of the essay.

That’s why it’s important to be thoughtful and deliberate with the words you choose at the beginning of your essay.

Many students use a quote in the introductory paragraph to establish credibility and set the tone for the rest of the essay.

When you’re referencing another author or speaker, try using some of these phrases:

To use the words of X

According to X

As X states

Example: To use the words of Hillary Clinton, “You cannot have maternal health without reproductive health.”

Near the end of the introduction, you should state the thesis to explain the central point of your paper.

If you’re not sure how to introduce your thesis, try using some of these phrases:

In this essay, I will…

The purpose of this essay…

This essay discusses…

In this paper, I put forward the claim that…

There are three main arguments for…

Example: In this essay, I will explain why dress codes in public schools are detrimental to students.

After you’ve stated your thesis, it’s time to start presenting the arguments you’ll use to back up that central idea.

When you’re introducing the first of a series of arguments, you can use the following words:

First and foremost

First of all

To begin with

Example: First , consider the effects that this new social security policy would have on low-income taxpayers.

All these words and phrases will help you create a more successful introduction and convince your audience to read on.

The body of your essay is where you’ll explain your core arguments and present your evidence.

It’s important to choose words and phrases for the body of your essay that will help the reader understand your position and convince them you’ve done your research.

Let’s look at some different types of words and phrases that you can use in the body of your essay, as well as some examples of what these words look like in a sentence.

Transition Words and Phrases

Transitioning from one argument to another is crucial for a good essay.

It’s important to guide your reader from one idea to the next so they don’t get lost or feel like you’re jumping around at random.

Transition phrases and linking words show your reader you’re about to move from one argument to the next, smoothing out their reading experience. They also make your writing look more professional.

The simplest transition involves moving from one idea to a separate one that supports the same overall argument. Try using these phrases when you want to introduce a second correlating idea:

Additionally

In addition

Furthermore

Another key thing to remember

In the same way

Correspondingly

Example: Additionally , public parks increase property value because home buyers prefer houses that are located close to green, open spaces.

Another type of transition involves restating. It’s often useful to restate complex ideas in simpler terms to help the reader digest them. When you’re restating an idea, you can use the following words:

In other words

To put it another way

That is to say

To put it more simply

Example: “The research showed that 53% of students surveyed expressed a mild or strong preference for more on-campus housing. In other words , over half the students wanted more dormitory options.”

Often, you’ll need to provide examples to illustrate your point more clearly for the reader. When you’re about to give an example of something you just said, you can use the following words:

For instance

To give an illustration of

To exemplify

To demonstrate

As evidence

Example: Humans have long tried to exert control over our natural environment. For instance , engineers reversed the Chicago River in 1900, causing it to permanently flow backward.

Sometimes, you’ll need to explain the impact or consequence of something you’ve just said.

When you’re drawing a conclusion from evidence you’ve presented, try using the following words:

As a result

Accordingly

As you can see

This suggests that

It follows that

It can be seen that

For this reason

For all of those reasons

Consequently

Example: “There wasn’t enough government funding to support the rest of the physics experiment. Thus , the team was forced to shut down their experiment in 1996.”

When introducing an idea that bolsters one you’ve already stated, or adds another important aspect to that same argument, you can use the following words:

What’s more

Not only…but also

Not to mention

To say nothing of

Another key point

Example: The volcanic eruption disrupted hundreds of thousands of people. Moreover , it impacted the local flora and fauna as well, causing nearly a hundred species to go extinct.

Often, you'll want to present two sides of the same argument. When you need to compare and contrast ideas, you can use the following words:

On the one hand / on the other hand

Alternatively

In contrast to

On the contrary

By contrast

In comparison

Example: On the one hand , the Black Death was undoubtedly a tragedy because it killed millions of Europeans. On the other hand , it created better living conditions for the peasants who survived.

Finally, when you’re introducing a new angle that contradicts your previous idea, you can use the following phrases:

Having said that

Differing from

In spite of

With this in mind

Provided that

Nevertheless

Nonetheless

Notwithstanding

Example: Shakespearean plays are classic works of literature that have stood the test of time. Having said that , I would argue that Shakespeare isn’t the most accessible form of literature to teach students in the twenty-first century.

Good essays include multiple types of logic. You can use a combination of the transitions above to create a strong, clear structure throughout the body of your essay.

Strong Verbs for Academic Writing

Verbs are especially important for writing clear essays. Often, you can convey a nuanced meaning simply by choosing the right verb.

You should use strong verbs that are precise and dynamic. Whenever possible, you should use an unambiguous verb, rather than a generic verb.

For example, alter and fluctuate are stronger verbs than change , because they give the reader more descriptive detail.

Here are some useful verbs that will help make your essay shine.

Verbs that show change:

Accommodate

Verbs that relate to causing or impacting something:

Verbs that show increase:

Verbs that show decrease:

Deteriorate

Verbs that relate to parts of a whole:

Comprises of

Is composed of

Constitutes

Encompasses

Incorporates

Verbs that show a negative stance:

Misconstrue

Verbs that show a positive stance:

Substantiate

Verbs that relate to drawing conclusions from evidence:

Corroborate

Demonstrate

Verbs that relate to thinking and analysis:

Contemplate

Hypothesize

Investigate

Verbs that relate to showing information in a visual format:

Useful Adjectives and Adverbs for Academic Essays

You should use adjectives and adverbs more sparingly than verbs when writing essays, since they sometimes add unnecessary fluff to sentences.

However, choosing the right adjectives and adverbs can help add detail and sophistication to your essay.

Sometimes you'll need to use an adjective to show that a finding or argument is useful and should be taken seriously. Here are some adjectives that create positive emphasis:

Significant

Other times, you'll need to use an adjective to show that a finding or argument is harmful or ineffective. Here are some adjectives that create a negative emphasis:

Controversial

Insignificant

Questionable

Unnecessary

Unrealistic

Finally, you might need to use an adverb to lend nuance to a sentence, or to express a specific degree of certainty. Here are some examples of adverbs that are often used in essays:

Comprehensively

Exhaustively

Extensively

Respectively

Surprisingly

Using these words will help you successfully convey the key points you want to express. Once you’ve nailed the body of your essay, it’s time to move on to the conclusion.

The conclusion of your paper is important for synthesizing the arguments you’ve laid out and restating your thesis.

In your concluding paragraph, try using some of these essay words:

In conclusion

To summarize

In a nutshell

Given the above

As described

All things considered

Example: In conclusion , it’s imperative that we take action to address climate change before we lose our coral reefs forever.

In addition to simply summarizing the key points from the body of your essay, you should also add some final takeaways. Give the reader your final opinion and a bit of a food for thought.

To place emphasis on a certain point or a key fact, use these essay words:

Unquestionably

Undoubtedly

Particularly

Importantly

Conclusively

It should be noted

On the whole

Example: Ada Lovelace is unquestionably a powerful role model for young girls around the world, and more of our public school curricula should include her as a historical figure.

These concluding phrases will help you finish writing your essay in a strong, confident way.

There are many useful essay words out there that we didn't include in this article, because they are specific to certain topics.

If you're writing about biology, for example, you will need to use different terminology than if you're writing about literature.

So how do you improve your vocabulary skills?

The vocabulary you use in your academic writing is a toolkit you can build up over time, as long as you take the time to learn new words.

One way to increase your vocabulary is by looking up words you don’t know when you’re reading.

Try reading more books and academic articles in the field you’re writing about and jotting down all the new words you find. You can use these words to bolster your own essays.

You can also consult a dictionary or a thesaurus. When you’re using a word you’re not confident about, researching its meaning and common synonyms can help you make sure it belongs in your essay.

Don't be afraid of using simpler words. Good essay writing boils down to choosing the best word to convey what you need to say, not the fanciest word possible.

Finally, you can use ProWritingAid’s synonym tool or essay checker to find more precise and sophisticated vocabulary. Click on weak words in your essay to find stronger alternatives.

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Words To Use In Essays: Amplifying Your Academic Writing

Use this comprehensive list of words to use in essays to elevate your writing. Make an impression and score higher grades with this guide!

Words play a fundamental role in the domain of essay writing, as they have the power to shape ideas, influence readers, and convey messages with precision and impact. Choosing the right words to use in essays is not merely a matter of filling pages, but rather a deliberate process aimed at enhancing the quality of the writing and effectively communicating complex ideas. In this article, we will explore the importance of selecting appropriate words for essays and provide valuable insights into the types of words that can elevate the essay to new heights.

Words To Use In Essays

Using a wide range of words can make your essay stronger and more impressive. With the incorporation of carefully chosen words that communicate complex ideas with precision and eloquence, the writer can elevate the quality of their essay and captivate readers.

This list serves as an introduction to a range of impactful words that can be integrated into writing, enabling the writer to express thoughts with depth and clarity.

Significantly

Furthermore

Nonetheless

Nevertheless

Consequently

Accordingly

Subsequently

In contrast

Alternatively

Implications

Substantially

Transition Words And Phrases

Transition words and phrases are essential linguistic tools that connect ideas, sentences, and paragraphs within a text. They work like bridges, facilitating the transitions between different parts of an essay or any other written work. These transitional elements conduct the flow and coherence of the writing, making it easier for readers to follow the author’s train of thought.

Here are some examples of common transition words and phrases:

Furthermore: Additionally; moreover.

However: Nevertheless; on the other hand.

In contrast: On the contrary; conversely.

Therefore: Consequently; as a result.

Similarly: Likewise; in the same way.

Moreover: Furthermore; besides.

In addition: Additionally; also.

Nonetheless: Nevertheless; regardless.

Nevertheless: However; even so.

On the other hand: Conversely; in contrast.

These are just a few examples of the many transition words and phrases available. They help create coherence, improve the organization of ideas, and guide readers through the logical progression of the text. When used effectively, transition words and phrases can significantly guide clarity for writing.

Strong Verbs For Academic Writing

Strong verbs are an essential component of academic writing as they add precision, clarity, and impact to sentences. They convey actions, intentions, and outcomes in a more powerful and concise manner. Here are some examples of strong verbs commonly used in academic writing:

Analyze: Examine in detail to understand the components or structure.

Critique: Assess or evaluate the strengths and weaknesses.

Demonstrate: Show the evidence to support a claim or argument.

Illuminate: Clarify or make something clearer.

Explicate: Explain in detail a thorough interpretation.

Synthesize: Combine or integrate information to create a new understanding.

Propose: Put forward or suggest a theory, idea, or solution.

Refute: Disprove or argue against a claim or viewpoint.

Validate: Confirm or prove the accuracy or validity of something.

Advocate: Support or argue in favor of a particular position or viewpoint.

Adjectives And Adverbs For Academic Essays

Useful adjectives and adverbs are valuable tools in academic writing as they enhance the description, precision, and depth of arguments and analysis. They provide specific details, emphasize key points, and add nuance to writing. Here are some examples of useful adjectives and adverbs commonly used in academic essays:

Comprehensive: Covering all aspects or elements; thorough.

Crucial: Extremely important or essential.

Prominent: Well-known or widely recognized; notable.

Substantial: Considerable in size, extent, or importance.

Valid: Well-founded or logically sound; acceptable or authoritative.

Effectively: In a manner that produces the desired result or outcome.

Significantly: To a considerable extent or degree; notably.

Consequently: As a result or effect of something.

Precisely: Exactly or accurately; with great attention to detail.

Critically: In a careful and analytical manner; with careful evaluation or assessment.

Words To Use In The Essay Introduction

The words used in the essay introduction play a crucial role in capturing the reader’s attention and setting the tone for the rest of the essay. They should be engaging, informative, and persuasive. Here are some examples of words that can be effectively used in the essay introduction:

Intriguing: A word that sparks curiosity and captures the reader’s interest from the beginning.

Compelling: Conveys the idea that the topic is interesting and worth exploring further.

Provocative: Creates a sense of controversy or thought-provoking ideas.

Insightful: Suggests that the essay will produce valuable and thought-provoking insights.

Startling: Indicates that the essay will present surprising or unexpected information or perspectives.

Relevant: Emphasizes the significance of the topic and its connection to broader issues or current events.

Timely: Indicates that the essay addresses a subject of current relevance or importance.

Thoughtful: Implies that the essay will offer well-considered and carefully developed arguments.

Persuasive: Suggests that the essay will present compelling arguments to convince the reader.

Captivating: Indicates that the essay will hold the reader’s attention and be engaging throughout.

Words To Use In The Body Of The Essay

The words used in the body of the essay are essential for effectively conveying ideas, providing evidence, and developing arguments. They should be clear, precise, and demonstrate a strong command of the subject matter. Here are some examples of words that can be used in the body of the essay:

Evidence: When presenting supporting information or data, words such as “data,” “research,” “studies,” “findings,” “examples,” or “statistics” can be used to strengthen arguments.

Analysis: To discuss and interpret the evidence, words like “analyze,” “examine,” “explore,” “interpret,” or “assess” can be employed to demonstrate a critical evaluation of the topic.

Comparison: When drawing comparisons or making contrasts, words like “similarly,” “likewise,” “in contrast,” “on the other hand,” or “conversely” can be used to highlight similarities or differences.

Cause and effect: To explain the relationship between causes and consequences, words such as “because,” “due to,” “leads to,” “results in,” or “causes” can be utilized.

Sequence: When discussing a series of events or steps, words like “first,” “next,” “then,” “finally,” “subsequently,” or “consequently” can be used to indicate the order or progression.

Emphasis: To emphasize a particular point or idea, words such as “notably,” “significantly,” “crucially,” “importantly,” or “remarkably” can be employed.

Clarification: When providing further clarification or elaboration, words like “specifically,” “in other words,” “for instance,” “to illustrate,” or “to clarify” can be used.

Integration: To show the relationship between different ideas or concepts, words such as “moreover,” “furthermore,” “additionally,” “likewise,” or “similarly” can be utilized.

Conclusion: When summarizing or drawing conclusions, words like “in conclusion,” “to summarize,” “overall,” “in summary,” or “to conclude” can be employed to wrap up ideas.

Remember to use these words appropriately and contextually, ensuring they strengthen the coherence and flow of arguments. They should serve as effective transitions and connectors between ideas, enhancing the overall clarity and persuasiveness of the essay.

Words To Use In Essay Conclusion

The words used in the essay conclusion are crucial for effectively summarizing the main points, reinforcing arguments, and leaving a lasting impression on the reader. They should bring a sense of closure to the essay while highlighting the significance of ideas. Here are some examples of words that can be used in the essay conclusion:

Summary: To summarize the main points, these words can be used “in summary,” “to sum up,” “in conclusion,” “to recap,” or “overall.”

Reinforcement: To reinforce arguments and emphasize their importance, words such as “crucial,” “essential,” “significant,” “noteworthy,” or “compelling” can be employed.

Implication: To discuss the broader implications of ideas or findings, words like “consequently,” “therefore,” “thus,” “hence,” or “as a result” can be utilized.

Call to action: If applicable, words that encourage further action or reflection can be used, such as “we must,” “it is essential to,” “let us consider,” or “we should.”

Future perspective: To discuss future possibilities or developments related to the topic, words like “potential,” “future research,” “emerging trends,” or “further investigation” can be employed.

Reflection: To reflect on the significance or impact of arguments, words such as “profound,” “notable,” “thought-provoking,” “transformative,” or “perspective-shifting” can be used.

Final thought: To leave a lasting impression, words or phrases that summarize the main idea or evoke a sense of thoughtfulness can be used, such as “food for thought,” “in light of this,” “to ponder,” or “to consider.”

How To Improve Essay Writing Vocabulary

Improving essay writing vocabulary is essential for effectively expressing ideas, demonstrating a strong command of the language, and engaging readers. Here are some strategies to enhance the essay writing vocabulary:

• Read extensively: Reading a wide range of materials, such as books, articles, and essays, can give various writing styles, topics, and vocabulary. Pay attention to new words and their usage, and try incorporating them into the writing.
• Use a dictionary and thesaurus:  Look up unfamiliar words in a dictionary to understand their meanings and usage. Additionally, utilize a thesaurus to find synonyms and antonyms to expand word choices and avoid repetition.
• Create a word bank: To create a word bank, read extensively, write down unfamiliar or interesting words, and explore their meanings and usage. Organize them by categories or themes for easy reference, and practice incorporating them into writing to expand the vocabulary.
• Contextualize vocabulary: Simply memorizing new words won’t be sufficient; it’s crucial to understand their proper usage and context. Pay attention to how words are used in different contexts, sentence structures, and rhetorical devices. 

How To Add Additional Information To Support A Point

When writing an essay and wanting to add additional information to support a point, you can use various transitional words and phrases. Here are some examples:

Furthermore: Add more information or evidence to support the previous point.

Additionally: Indicates an additional supporting idea or evidence.

Moreover: Emphasizes the importance or significance of the added information.

In addition: Signals the inclusion of another supporting detail.

Furthermore, it is important to note: Introduces an additional aspect or consideration related to the topic.

Not only that, but also: Highlights an additional point that strengthens the argument.

Equally important: Emphasizes the equal significance of the added information.

Another key point: Introduces another important supporting idea.

It is worth noting: Draws attention to a noteworthy detail that supports the point being made.

Additionally, it is essential to consider: Indicates the need to consider another aspect or perspective.

Using these transitional words and phrases will help you seamlessly integrate additional information into your essay, enhancing the clarity and persuasiveness of your arguments.

Words And Phrases That Demonstrate Contrast

When crafting an essay, it is crucial to effectively showcase contrast, enabling the presentation of opposing ideas or the highlighting of differences between concepts. The adept use of suitable words and phrases allows for the clear communication of contrast, bolstering the strength of arguments. Consider the following examples of commonly employed words and phrases to illustrate the contrast in essays:

However: e.g., “The experiment yielded promising results; however, further analysis is needed to draw conclusive findings.”

On the other hand: e.g., “Some argue for stricter gun control laws, while others, on the other hand, advocate for individual rights to bear arms.”

Conversely: e.g., “While the study suggests a positive correlation between exercise and weight loss, conversely, other research indicates that diet plays a more significant role.”

Nevertheless: e.g., “The data shows a decline in crime rates; nevertheless, public safety remains a concern for many citizens.”

In contrast: e.g., “The economic policies of Country A focus on free-market principles. In contrast, Country B implements more interventionist measures.”

Despite: e.g., “Despite the initial setbacks, the team persevered and ultimately achieved success.”

Although: e.g., “Although the participants had varying levels of experience, they all completed the task successfully.”

While: e.g., “While some argue for stricter regulations, others contend that personal responsibility should prevail.”

Words To Use For Giving Examples

When writing an essay and providing examples to illustrate your points, you can use a variety of words and phrases to introduce those examples. Here are some examples:

For instance: Introduces a specific example to support or illustrate your point.

For example: Give an example to clarify or demonstrate your argument.

Such as: Indicates that you are providing a specific example or examples.

To illustrate: Signals that you are using an example to explain or emphasize your point.

One example is: Introduces a specific instance that exemplifies your argument.

In particular: Highlights a specific example that is especially relevant to your point.

As an illustration: Introduces an example that serves as a visual or concrete representation of your point.

A case in point: Highlights a specific example that serves as evidence or proof of your argument.

To demonstrate: Indicates that you are providing an example to show or prove your point.

To exemplify: Signals that you are using an example to illustrate or clarify your argument.

Using these words and phrases will help you effectively incorporate examples into your essay, making your arguments more persuasive and relatable. Remember to give clear and concise examples that directly support your main points.

Words To Signifying Importance

When writing an essay and wanting to signify the importance of a particular point or idea, you can use various words and phrases to convey this emphasis. Here are some examples:

Crucially: Indicates that the point being made is of critical importance.

Significantly: Highlights the importance or significance of the idea or information.

Importantly: Draws attention to the crucial nature of the point being discussed.

Notably: Emphasizes that the information or idea is particularly worthy of attention.

It is vital to note: Indicates that the point being made is essential and should be acknowledged.

It should be emphasized: Draws attention to the need to give special importance or focus to the point being made.

A key consideration is: Highlight that the particular idea or information is a central aspect of the discussion.

It is critical to recognize: Emphasizes that the understanding or acknowledgment of the point is crucial.

Using these words and phrases will help you convey the importance and significance of specific points or ideas in your essay, ensuring that readers recognize their significance and impact on the overall argument.

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60 Useful Words and Phrases for Outstanding Essay Writing

General explaining.

Let’s start by looking at language for general explanations of complex points.

1. In order to

Usage : “In order to” can be used to introduce an explanation for the purpose of an argument.

Example : “In order to understand X, we need first to understand Y.”

2. In other words

Usage : Use “in other words” when you want to express something in a different way (more simply), to make it easier to understand, or to emphasise or expand on a point.

Example : “Frogs are amphibians. In other words, they live on the land and in the water.”

3. To put it another way

Usage : This phrase is another way of saying “in other words”, and can be used in particularly complex points, when you feel that an alternative way of wording a problem may help the reader achieve a better understanding of its significance.

Example : “Plants rely on photosynthesis. To put it another way, they will die without the sun.”

4. That is to say

Usage : “That is” and “that is to say” can be used to add further detail to your explanation, or to be more precise.

Example : “Whales are mammals. That is to say, they must breathe air.”

5. To that end

Usage : Use “to that end” or “to this end” in a similar way to “in order to” or “so”.

Example : “Zoologists have long sought to understand how animals communicate with each other. To that end, a new study has been launched that looks at elephant sounds and their possible meanings.”

Adding additional information to support a point

Students often make the mistake of using synonyms of “and” each time they want to add further information in support of a point they’re making, or to build an argument. Here are some cleverer ways of doing this.

6. Moreover

Usage : Employ “moreover” at the start of a sentence to add extra information in support of a point you’re making.

Example : “Moreover, the results of a recent piece of research provide compelling evidence in support of…”

7. Furthermore

Usage :This is also generally used at the start of a sentence, to add extra information.

Example : “Furthermore, there is evidence to suggest that…”

8. What’s more

Usage : This is used in the same way as “moreover” and “furthermore”.

Example : “What’s more, this isn’t the only evidence that supports this hypothesis.”

9. Likewise

Usage : Use “likewise” when you want to talk about something that agrees with what you’ve just mentioned.

Example : “Scholar A believes X. Likewise, Scholar B argues compellingly in favour of this point of view.”

10. Similarly

Usage : Use “similarly” in the same way as “likewise”.

Example : “Audiences at the time reacted with shock to Beethoven’s new work, because it was very different to what they were used to. Similarly, we have a tendency to react with surprise to the unfamiliar.”

11. Another key thing to remember

Usage : Use the phrase “another key point to remember” or “another key fact to remember” to introduce additional facts without using the word “also”.

Example : “As a Romantic, Blake was a proponent of a closer relationship between humans and nature. Another key point to remember is that Blake was writing during the Industrial Revolution, which had a major impact on the world around him.”

12. As well as

Usage : Use “as well as” instead of “also” or “and”.

Example : “Scholar A argued that this was due to X, as well as Y.”

13. Not only… but also

Usage : This wording is used to add an extra piece of information, often something that’s in some way more surprising or unexpected than the first piece of information.

Example : “Not only did Edmund Hillary have the honour of being the first to reach the summit of Everest, but he was also appointed Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire.”

14. Coupled with

Usage : Used when considering two or more arguments at a time.

Example : “Coupled with the literary evidence, the statistics paint a compelling view of…”

15. Firstly, secondly, thirdly…

Usage : This can be used to structure an argument, presenting facts clearly one after the other.

Example : “There are many points in support of this view. Firstly, X. Secondly, Y. And thirdly, Z.

16. Not to mention/to say nothing of

Usage : “Not to mention” and “to say nothing of” can be used to add extra information with a bit of emphasis.

Example : “The war caused unprecedented suffering to millions of people, not to mention its impact on the country’s economy.”

Words and phrases for demonstrating contrast

When you’re developing an argument, you will often need to present contrasting or opposing opinions or evidence – “it could show this, but it could also show this”, or “X says this, but Y disagrees”. This section covers words you can use instead of the “but” in these examples, to make your writing sound more intelligent and interesting.

17. However

Usage : Use “however” to introduce a point that disagrees with what you’ve just said.

Example : “Scholar A thinks this. However, Scholar B reached a different conclusion.”

18. On the other hand

Usage : Usage of this phrase includes introducing a contrasting interpretation of the same piece of evidence, a different piece of evidence that suggests something else, or an opposing opinion.

Example: “The historical evidence appears to suggest a clear-cut situation. On the other hand, the archaeological evidence presents a somewhat less straightforward picture of what happened that day.”

19. Having said that

Usage : Used in a similar manner to “on the other hand” or “but”.

Example : “The historians are unanimous in telling us X, an agreement that suggests that this version of events must be an accurate account. Having said that, the archaeology tells a different story.”

20. By contrast/in comparison

Usage : Use “by contrast” or “in comparison” when you’re comparing and contrasting pieces of evidence.

Example : “Scholar A’s opinion, then, is based on insufficient evidence. By contrast, Scholar B’s opinion seems more plausible.”

21. Then again

Usage : Use this to cast doubt on an assertion.

Example : “Writer A asserts that this was the reason for what happened. Then again, it’s possible that he was being paid to say this.”

22. That said

Usage : This is used in the same way as “then again”.

Example : “The evidence ostensibly appears to point to this conclusion. That said, much of the evidence is unreliable at best.”

Usage : Use this when you want to introduce a contrasting idea.

Example : “Much of scholarship has focused on this evidence. Yet not everyone agrees that this is the most important aspect of the situation.”

Adding a proviso or acknowledging reservations

Sometimes, you may need to acknowledge a shortfalling in a piece of evidence, or add a proviso. Here are some ways of doing so.

24. Despite this

Usage : Use “despite this” or “in spite of this” when you want to outline a point that stands regardless of a shortfalling in the evidence.

Example : “The sample size was small, but the results were important despite this.”

25. With this in mind

Usage : Use this when you want your reader to consider a point in the knowledge of something else.

Example : “We’ve seen that the methods used in the 19th century study did not always live up to the rigorous standards expected in scientific research today, which makes it difficult to draw definite conclusions. With this in mind, let’s look at a more recent study to see how the results compare.”

26. Provided that

Usage : This means “on condition that”. You can also say “providing that” or just “providing” to mean the same thing.

Example : “We may use this as evidence to support our argument, provided that we bear in mind the limitations of the methods used to obtain it.”

27. In view of/in light of

Usage : These phrases are used when something has shed light on something else.

Example : “In light of the evidence from the 2013 study, we have a better understanding of…”

28. Nonetheless

Usage : This is similar to “despite this”.

Example : “The study had its limitations, but it was nonetheless groundbreaking for its day.”

29. Nevertheless

Usage : This is the same as “nonetheless”.

Example : “The study was flawed, but it was important nevertheless.”

30. Notwithstanding

Usage : This is another way of saying “nonetheless”.

Example : “Notwithstanding the limitations of the methodology used, it was an important study in the development of how we view the workings of the human mind.”

Giving examples

Good essays always back up points with examples, but it’s going to get boring if you use the expression “for example” every time. Here are a couple of other ways of saying the same thing.

31. For instance

Example : “Some birds migrate to avoid harsher winter climates. Swallows, for instance, leave the UK in early winter and fly south…”

32. To give an illustration

Example : “To give an illustration of what I mean, let’s look at the case of…”

Signifying importance

When you want to demonstrate that a point is particularly important, there are several ways of highlighting it as such.

33. Significantly

Usage : Used to introduce a point that is loaded with meaning that might not be immediately apparent.

Example : “Significantly, Tacitus omits to tell us the kind of gossip prevalent in Suetonius’ accounts of the same period.”

34. Notably

Usage : This can be used to mean “significantly” (as above), and it can also be used interchangeably with “in particular” (the example below demonstrates the first of these ways of using it).

Example : “Actual figures are notably absent from Scholar A’s analysis.”

35. Importantly

Usage : Use “importantly” interchangeably with “significantly”.

Example : “Importantly, Scholar A was being employed by X when he wrote this work, and was presumably therefore under pressure to portray the situation more favourably than he perhaps might otherwise have done.”

Summarising

You’ve almost made it to the end of the essay, but your work isn’t over yet. You need to end by wrapping up everything you’ve talked about, showing that you’ve considered the arguments on both sides and reached the most likely conclusion. Here are some words and phrases to help you.

36. In conclusion

Usage : Typically used to introduce the concluding paragraph or sentence of an essay, summarising what you’ve discussed in a broad overview.

Example : “In conclusion, the evidence points almost exclusively to Argument A.”

37. Above all

Usage : Used to signify what you believe to be the most significant point, and the main takeaway from the essay.

Example : “Above all, it seems pertinent to remember that…”

38. Persuasive

Usage : This is a useful word to use when summarising which argument you find most convincing.

Example : “Scholar A’s point – that Constanze Mozart was motivated by financial gain – seems to me to be the most persuasive argument for her actions following Mozart’s death.”

39. Compelling

Usage : Use in the same way as “persuasive” above.

Example : “The most compelling argument is presented by Scholar A.”

40. All things considered

Usage : This means “taking everything into account”.

Example : “All things considered, it seems reasonable to assume that…”

How many of these words and phrases will you get into your next essay? And are any of your favourite essay terms missing from our list? Let us know in the comments below!

Additional Information ( more examples)

+20 examples of important transition words, additional information.

There are many linking words which can lead us into additional information and while it is useful to vary your vocabulary beyond ‘ and ,’ these words are not mere replacements for ‘ and .’ They have nuanced differences, thus, by these particular meanings, we can offer a more delicate illustration of the relationships between our ideas.

• ‘Furthermore’ is used to add information that expands upon the previous point. It precedes information that expands upon that already given. It usually occurs at the beginning of an independent clause.
• ‘Moreover’ and ‘More so’ are both similar to ‘furthermore’ while giving special emphasis to the greater importance of the following clause.
• “Despite cutting back on other staff, her father gave her a position, furthermore , he gave her an enviable office while still not having a role for her.”
• Writers also sequence additional information. ‘Firstly,’ ‘secondly’ and ‘thirdly’ are obvious options used to achieve this, however, there are others. For example, we can look into the past with ‘previously,’ ‘until the present’ or ‘preceded by.’
• “Present growth in the company was *preceded by several quarters of stagnation”*
• ‘Meanwhile’ and ‘simultaneously’ talk about things which are happening at the same time as another, while ‘concurrently’ does this while emphasising that the two ideas have played out in conjunction with one another.
• Usually, ‘incidentally’ is used to add relevant information while downplaying its significance compared with that of other ideas.
• “The priority of the zoo had been to protect species’ from extinction. The panda breeding program was enjoying some rare success, while simultaneously , other programs to increase the numbers of endangered species were being trialled. Meanwhile , the zoo was being visited by an influx of tourists who were, incidentally , able to enjoy seeing the young animals.”
• ‘Subsequently’ and ‘afterward’ lead into information after the fact.

Compare and Contrast

When writers need to illustrate similarity they can employ words such as ‘in like manner,’ ‘comparatively,’ and ‘correspondingly.’ Whereas , when they wish to highlight difference they have phrases like ‘on the contrary,’ ‘however,’ ‘notwithstanding,’ ‘nevertheless’ and ‘on the other hand.’

Notwithstanding the vehement opposition to online education programs being made available to inmates, considerable improvements were made to the re-employment prospects of many offenders who benefited from the trial. On the contrary, prisoners who were not able to access education while incarcerated were found to be more likely to reoffend and return to prison.

Clarification

When it comes time to clarify an argument or point, some of the transitional phrases which are used are, ‘to reiterate,’ ‘specifically,’ or ‘inasmuch as.’

Consequence and Conclusion

When we have lead our reader through our flow of logic, there might be nothing more rewarding than driving our point home by showing consequence or concluding our arguments. There are a lot of strong phrases such as ‘accordingly,’ ‘hence,’ ‘thus’ and ‘thereupon’ which can do this.

I hope you will feel encouraged, by this article, to continue to further your understanding of how transitional words can work to guide your reader through your flow of logic. When used well, they add power and order to your argument and can add to the result you see from your work.

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17 academic words and phrases to use in your essay

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For the vast majority of students, essay writing doesn't always come easily. Writing at academic level is an acquired skill that can literally take years to master – indeed, many students find they only start to feel really confident writing essays just as their undergraduate course comes to an end!

If this is you, and you've come here looking for words and phrases to use in your essay, you're in the right place. We’ve pulled together a list of essential academic words you can use in the introduction, body, and conclusion of your essays .

Whilst your ideas and arguments should always be your own, borrowing some of the words and phrases listed below is a great way to articulate your ideas more effectively, and ensure that you keep your reader’s attention from start to finish.

It goes without saying (but we'll say it anyway) that there's a certain formality that comes with academic writing. Casual and conversational phrases have no place. Obviously, there are no LOLs, LMFAOs, and OMGs. But formal academic writing can be much more subtle than this, and as we've mentioned above, requires great skill.

So, to get you started on polishing your own essay writing ability, try using the words in this list as an inspirational starting point.

Words to use in your introduction

The trickiest part of academic writing often comes right at the start, with your introduction. Of course, once you’ve done your plan and have your arguments laid out, you need to actually put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) and begin your essay.

You need to consider that your reader doesn’t have a clue about your topic or arguments, so your first sentence must summarise these. Explain what your essay is going to talk about as though you were explaining it to a five year old – without losing the formality of your academic writing, of course! To do this, use any of the below words or phrases to help keep you on track.

1. Firstly, secondly, thirdly

Even though it sounds obvious, your argument will be clearer if you deliver the ideas in the right order. These words can help you to offer clarity and structure to the way you expose your ideas. This is an extremely effective method of presenting the facts clearly. Don’t be too rigid and feel you have to number each point, but using this system can be a good way to get an argument off the ground, and link arguments together.

2. In view of; in light of; considering

These essay phrases are useful to begin your essay. They help you pose your argument based on what other authors have said or a general concern about your research. They can also both be used when a piece of evidence sheds new light on an argument. Here’s an example: The result of the American invasion has severely impaired American interests in the Middle East, exponentially increasing popular hostility to the United States throughout the region, a factor which has proved to be a powerful recruitment tool for extremist terrorist groups (Isakhan, 2015). Considering [or In light of / In view of] the perceived resulting threat to American interests, it could be argued that the Bush administration failed to fully consider the impact of their actions before pushing forward with the war.

3. According to X; X stated that; referring to the views of X

Introducing the views of an author who has a comprehensive knowledge of your particular area of study is a crucial part of essay writing. Including a quote that fits naturally into your work can be a bit of a struggle, but these academic phrases provide a great way in.

Even though it’s fine to reference a quote in your introduction, we don’t recommend you start your essay with a direct quote. Use your own words to sum up the views you’re mentioning, for example:

As Einstein often reiterated, experiments can prove theories, but experiments don’t give birth to theories.

Rather than:

“A theory can be proved by experiment, but no path leads from experiment to the birth of a theory.” {Albert Einstein, 1954, Einstein: A Biography}.

See the difference?

And be sure to reference correctly too, when using quotes or paraphrasing someone else's words.

Adding information and flow

The flow of your essay is extremely important. You don’t want your reader to be confused by the rhythm of your writing and get distracted away from your argument, do you? No! So, we recommend using some of the following ‘flow’ words, which are guaranteed to help you articulate your ideas and arguments in a chronological and structured order.

4. Moreover; furthermore; in addition; what’s more

These types of academic phrases are perfect for expanding or adding to a point you’ve already made without interrupting the flow altogether. “Moreover”, “furthermore” and “in addition” are also great linking phrases to begin a new paragraph.

Here are some examples: The dissociation of tau protein from microtubules destabilises the latter resulting in changes to cell structure, and neuronal transport. Moreover, mitochondrial dysfunction leads to further oxidative stress causing increased levels of nitrous oxide, hydrogen peroxide and lipid peroxidases.

On the data of this trial, no treatment recommendations should be made. The patients are suspected, but not confirmed, to suffer from pneumonia. Furthermore, five days is too short a follow up time to confirm clinical cure.

5. In order to; to that end; to this end

These are helpful academic phrases to introduce an explanation or state your aim. Oftentimes your essay will have to prove how you intend to achieve your goals. By using these sentences you can easily expand on points that will add clarity to the reader.

For example: My research entailed hours of listening and recording the sound of whales in order to understand how they communicate.

Dutch tech companies offer support in the fight against the virus. To this end, an online meeting took place on Wednesday...

Even though we recommend the use of these phrases, DO NOT use them too often. You may think you sound like a real academic but it can be a sign of overwriting!

6. In other words; to put it another way; that is; to put it more simply

Complement complex ideas with simple descriptions by using these sentences. These are excellent academic phrases to improve the continuity of your essay writing. They should be used to explain a point you’ve already made in a slightly different way. Don’t use them to repeat yourself, but rather to elaborate on a certain point that needs further explanation. Or, to succinctly round up what just came before.

For example: A null hypothesis is a statement that there is no relationship between phenomena. In other words, there is no treatment effect.

Nothing could come to be in this pre-world time, “because no part of such a time possesses, as compared with any other, a distinguishing condition of existence rather than non-existence.” That is, nothing exists in this pre-world time, and so there can be nothing that causes the world to come into existence.

7. Similarly; likewise; another key fact to remember; as well as; an equally significant aspect of

These essay words are a good choice to add a piece of information that agrees with an argument or fact you just mentioned. In academic writing, it is very relevant to include points of view that concur with your opinion. This will help you to situate your research within a research context.

Also , academic words and phrases like the above are also especially useful so as not to repeat the word ‘also’ too many times. (We did that on purpose to prove our point!) Your reader will be put off by the repetitive use of simple conjunctions. The quality of your essay will drastically improve just by using academic phrases and words such as ‘similarly’, ‘as well as’, etc. Here, let us show you what we mean:

In 1996, then-transport minister Steve Norris enthused about quadrupling cycling trips by 2012. Similarly, former prime minister David Cameron promised a “cycling revolution” in 2013…

Or Renewable Energy Initiative (AREI) aims to bridge the gap of access to electricity across the continent (...). Another key fact to remember is that it must expand cost-efficient access to electricity to nearly 1 billion people.

The wording “not only… but also” is a useful way to elaborate on a similarity in your arguments but in a more striking way.

Comparing and contrasting information

Academic essays often include opposite opinions or information in order to prove a point. It is important to show all the aspects that are relevant to your research. Include facts and researchers’ views that disagree with a point of your essay to show your knowledge of your particular field of study. Below are a few words and ways of introducing alternative arguments.

8. Conversely; however; alternatively; on the contrary; on the other hand; whereas

Finding a seamless method to present an alternative perspective or theory can be hard work, but these terms and phrases can help you introduce the other side of the argument. Let's look at some examples:

89% of respondents living in joint families reported feeling financially secure. Conversely, only 64% of those who lived in nuclear families said they felt financially secure.

The first protagonist has a social role to fill in being a father to those around him, whereas the second protagonist relies on the security and knowledge offered to him by Chaplin.

“On the other hand” can also be used to make comparisons when worded together with “on the one hand.”

9. By contrast; in comparison; then again; that said; yet

These essay phrases show contrast, compare facts, and present uncertainty regarding a point in your research. “That said” and “yet” in particular will demonstrate your expertise on a topic by showing the conditions or limitations of your research area. For example:

All the tests were positive. That said, we must also consider the fact that some of them had inconclusive results.

10. Despite this; provided that; nonetheless

Use these phrases and essay words to demonstrate a positive aspect of your subject-matter regardless of lack of evidence, logic, coherence, or criticism. Again, this kind of information adds clarity and expertise to your academic writing.

A good example is:

Despite the criticism received by X, the popularity of X remains undiminished.

11. Importantly; significantly; notably; another key point

Another way to add contrast is by highlighting the relevance of a fact or opinion in the context of your research. These academic words help to introduce a sentence or paragraph that contains a very meaningful point in your essay.

Giving examples

A good piece of academic writing will always include examples. Illustrating your essay with examples will make your arguments stronger. Most of the time, examples are a way to clarify an explanation; they usually offer an image that the reader can recognise. The most common way to introduce an illustration is “for example.” However, in order not to repeat yourself here are a few other options.

12. For instance; to give an illustration of; to exemplify; to demonstrate; as evidence; to elucidate

The academic essays that are receiving top marks are the ones that back up every single point made. These academic phrases are a useful way to introduce an example. If you have a lot of examples, avoid repeating the same phrase to facilitate the readability of your essay.

Here’s an example:

‘High involvement shopping’, an experiential process described by Wu et al. (2015, p. 299) relies upon the development of an identity-based alliance between the customer and the brand. Celebrity status at Prada, for example, has created an alliance between the brand and a new generation of millennial customers.

Concluding your essay

Concluding words for essays are necessary to wrap up your argument. Your conclusion must include a brief summary of the ideas that you just exposed without being redundant. The way these ideas are expressed should lead to the final statement and core point you have arrived at in your present research.

13. In conclusion; to conclude; to summarise; in sum; in the final analysis; on close analysis

These are phrases for essays that will introduce your concluding paragraph. You can use them at the beginning of a sentence. They will show the reader that your essay is coming to an end:

On close analysis and appraisal, we see that the study by Cortis lacks essential features of the highest quality quantitative research.

14. Persuasive; compelling

Essay words like these ones can help you emphasize the most relevant arguments of your paper. Both are used in the same way: “the most persuasive/compelling argument is…”.

15. Therefore; this suggests that; it can be seen that; the consequence is

When you’re explaining the significance of the results of a piece of research, these phrases provide the perfect lead up to your explanation.

16. Above all; chiefly; especially; most significantly; it should be noted

Your summary should include the most relevant information or research factor that guided you to your conclusion. Contrary to words such as “persuasive” or “compelling”, these essay words are helpful to draw attention to an important point. For example:

The feasibility and effectiveness of my research has been proven chiefly in the last round of laboratory tests.

Film noir is, and will continue to be, highly debatable, controversial, and unmarketable – but above all, for audience members past, present and to come, extremely enjoyable as a form of screen media entertainment.

17. All things considered

This essay phrase is meant to articulate how you give reasons to your conclusions. It means that after you considered all the aspects related to your study, you have arrived to the conclusion you are demonstrating.

After mastering the use of these academic words and phrases, we guarantee you will see an immediate change in the quality of your essays. The structure will be easier to follow, and the reader’s experience will improve. You’ll also feel more confident articulating your ideas and using facts and examples. So jot them all down, and watch your essays go from ‘good’ to ‘great’!

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Here you have some phrases to include in your essays (CEFR C1-C2). Hope you like it and find it useful !!

Introducing the phenomenon to be discussed

• More and more families are choosing to have only one child.
• The trend nowadays is towards having smaller families.
• Over the past ten years or so the media have frequently carried reports of ……………
• Recent research indicates that the number of teenagers who smoke is increasing.
• Hardly a week goes by without another report of …………….. appearing in the media.
• This raises the issue of whether ……………..
• Although most people would generally agree that …………… few would deny that …………….

Stating your opinion

• As I see it,
• It seems to me that ………… I would also say that ….
• I am convinced that ……………
• I am inclined to believe that ………………
• There is no doubt in my mind that ………………
• One of the drawbacks of ……. is ……….
• However, one of the benefits is that …………

Changing topic

• As regards the causes for this, …………..
• Concerning the causes for this, ………
• As for the causes, ………..

Presenting arguments

• One justification often given for ……….. is that……………..
• Advocates/Proponents would claim that ………………
• Those who object to …………….. often argue that ……………….
• Another objection is that ……
• However, it should not be forgotten that …………..
• ……….. are opposed to ……………. on the grounds that ……………..
• From the point of view of ……………..
• According to ………………..

Describing causes

• One factor which has led to ………… is …………..
• One of the factors which has brought this about is ………
• The problem often stems from ………………..
• The situation has been exacerbated by …………….
• ………….. has only made the situation worse.
• One consequence of ……………. is …………….

Proposing steps and measures

• As regards the most appropriate response to this situation, one suggestion would be to ………
• The first step to be taken would be to ……..
• To alleviate the situation people should ………..
• In addition they ought to ……………
• To begin to tackle this situation society/individuals/the government need/s to ……….
• ………….. would certainly ameliorate the situation.
• This can only be dealt with if …………
• To overcome this problem, …………..
• Were the government to ……………, the situation would doubtless improve.
• Individuals can do a great deal to …………
• The burden of responsiblity lies in the hands of ……..
• It is vitally important that ………
• Legislation should be introduced to control ……………..
• It would be a grave error if we ……………..
• All in all it seems to me that ………..
• The obvious conclusion to be drawn is that …………………..
• All things considered, ………….
• On balance, I tend to believe that …………
• The world would surely be a better place to live in if …………..
• If people stopped ….ing, we would have/ we could look forward to a ……………
• The prospects for the future will be bleak/grim unless ……………….

I think you should also have a few pages somewhere where you can keep a record of other useful essay phrases that you come across in your reading. Write them down and practise using them in your own writing.

Look out for more advanced expressions that you can use in place of phrases that weren’t even impressive at the B2 level – phrases like “solve the problem”. Here are a few alternative problem and solution phrases to get you going.:

a  crisis  in education which must be  addressed

something that must  be tackled  /  be dealt with

a  challenge  which must  be met

something must be done  to restore  law and order in the inner cities

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Useful Vocabulary For An Opinion Essay: Top 40 Words And Phrases

Good word choice is a key ingredient of great essay writing. One should constantly work to expand and improve vocabulary so that ideas are more clearly expressed. Here are the top 40 words and phrases you should know to write great opinion essays:

• “All things considered” – This is another way of simply saying “taking everything into account.”
• “Persuasive” – This is a great term to use when you are providing a summary for the argument you found the most convincing in your writing.
• “Above all” – Use this when you want to signify what is most important and what you wish to be the main takeaway from the writing.
• “Importantly” – Use this word to introduce a loaded point with meaning that might not be easily known to the reader.
• “Significantly” – This is used in the same way as “importantly” is described above.
• “For instance” – This phrase is used when you want to include an example to clarify a point you have just made.
• “Nevertheless” – This is used in the exact same way you would use the word “nonetheless.”
• “Provided that” – This is used when you want to say something along the lines of “on the condition that.”
• “Despite this” – This is most effectively used when you want to outline a point that stands even if there isn’t enough supporting evidence.
• “That said” – Use this phrase when you need to cast some doubt on a point you’ve just made.
• “In comparison/By contrast” – Either one of these phrases can be used when you are contrasting two or more pieces of evidence.
• “On the other hand” – Use this appropriately to introduce a contrasting or opposing interpretation of the same piece of information or evidence.
• “To say nothing of/Not to mention” – Use either one of these to add more information with some emphasis.
• “Coupled with” – Use this phrase when you need to consider to or more arguments at the same time to express your idea.
• “As well as” – This phrase can be used instead of words like “also” or “and” for variety.
• “Similarly” – Use this word in the same way as “likewise” when you want to discuss something that is in agreement with what you have just mentioned.
• “What’s more” – This phrase is used as an alternative to “furthermore” or “moreover.”
• “Moreover” – This word can be used at the beginning of a sentence to add more supporting information to the point you are trying to make.
• “That is to say” – This can be used when you need to be more precise or add further detail to an explanation.
• “In other words” – Use this phrase if you need to simply something by explaining it in another way.
• “Compelling” – This is usually used in the same way as “persuasive” as explained above.
• “In conclusion” – This is usually used to introduce the concluding paragraph of an opinion or any other type of essay.
• “Notably” – This is another way of saying “significantly” as explained above.
• “To give illustration” – Use this when you are about to give an example to clarify a statement made prior.
• “Notwithstanding” – This word can be used in a similar fashion as the phrase “despite this.”
• “Nonetheless” – Use this the same way as “notwithstanding.”
• “In light of/In view of” –You can use either one of these phrases when something written has shed some light on another idea.
• “With this in mind” – Use this phrase whenever you want the reader to consider an argument within the knowledge of something else.
• “Yet” – This word should be used whenever you need to introduce a contrasting idea to one that was made prior.
• “Then again” – This is used in exactly the same way you would use “that said.”
• “Having said that” – This phrase is used in the same way as one would write “but” or “on the other hand.”
• “However” – This word is used to bring up a point that is in complete disagreement with what you’ve just mentioned.
• “Firstly, secondly, thirdly” – These words can be used to appropriately structure an argument logically and sequentially.
• “Not only… but also” – these words can be used to bring up an additional bit of information that is usually more surprising than the first.
• “Another key thing to remember” – This can be used in a similar way as the word “also” to bring up additional facts.
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How to write an essay? | B2 First (FCE)

The essay is a compulsory task to be completed in Part 1 of the writing section in the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) that is written to convince someone of something or to simply inform the reader about a particular topic.

There is no single, method of successful writing essay. However, this article will outline how to write an excellent essay   in the B2 First (FCE) exam by putting into practice some simple, but invaluable, tips.

You will learn how to write an essay, an example of essay structure , guidance , sample topics , model answers , useful tips , frequently asked questions and useful phrases and expressions.

B2 First (FCE) Essay: Structure example

An essay can be organised in different ways, but it is useful to write one idea in one paragraph and add a short introduction and conclusion .

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It is always an essay written for your teacher, and the start of the question wording is always the same:

In your English class you have been talking about [topic]. Now, your English teacher has asked you to write an essay. Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

We will use the example question below in our writing essay  advice:

In your English class, you have been talking about society. Write an essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

University should be free for everyone. Do you agree or disagree?

Write about: 1. Taxes 2. Opportunity 3. …………………… (your own idea)

Step 1: Briefly analyse your task…

Before you start writing your essay at B2 First exam you need to ask three questions:

What is the topic of the essay?

If you look at our example task you will notice that we are going to write about society .

In your English class, you have been talking about society . Write an essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

Knowing this, you can quickly prepare in your head all the words that you associate with this topic or even write them down.

What exactly do I have to include in my essay?

As you can see there are three points included in the task there are two that are already given in our example

Write about: 1. Taxes 2. Opportunity 3. …………………… ( your own idea) <= you have to come up with this one yourself 

The first point is taxes , the second is opportunity , and the third one is something you must come up with yourself!

We decided that the third point we would comment on would be economics

Who is going to read my essay?

In the FCE essay, it’s always your English teacher.  It means that you need to write with respect because she is a person with authority, therefore essay has to be written in a formal style.

What is formal style?

Formal language is professional and serious rather than relaxed and friendly and is used especially in official situations. It is usually reserved for essays and academic settings, while informal writing is used for more casual settings, like friendly text messages and creative writing.

Below are listed the biggest differences between formal and informal writing styles:

Contractions

It is advised to avoid contractions (shortened versions of words) in formal language, but they’re acceptable in informal language.

Unfortunately, the team could not replicate the results. (Formal)

Unfortunately, the team couldn’t replicate the results. (Informal)

Colloquial Phrases/Slang

Formal language is also marked by an absence of colloquial phrases and slang (words or phrases that are common only in everyday speech), but are typically used in informal language.

Everyone was disappointed . (Formal)

Everyone was bummed . (Informal)

First-Person Pronouns

Generally, first-person pronouns (like I and we ) are avoided when writing with formal language . However, it’s accepted (and expected) in informal language.

The students were asked to fill out the questionnaire. (Formal) We asked the students to fill out the questionnaire. (Informal)

Phrasal Verbs

When using formal language in your B2 writing, it is also recommended to replace phrasal verbs (proper verbs that are followed by one or more prepositions and act as a single verb).

It was something the protestors could endure . (Formal) It was something the protestors could put up with . (Informal)

Vocabulary Choice

Formal language tends to use longer, more complex vocabulary. Sometimes it is not recommended to use this type of vocabulary with informal language (depending on what you’re writing) because it can confuse or distract your audience.

They needed assistance while recovering from the outcomes of the hurricane. (Formal) They needed help while recovering from the effects of the hurricane. (Informal)

Step 2: Write an introduction

The purpose of the introduction is simply to tell the reader what the essay is about.

You can start your essay by referring to the question that was asked “ University should be free for everyone. Do you agree or disagree? ” and writing it in your own words . It is also worth mentioning the three points you are going to describe.

Introduction : There are many factors to consider when deciding if the university should be free or not. Among these are taxes, equality of opportunity, and the economy. 

You can use phrases such as:

This essay will discuss … This essay will focus on … In order to discuss …, I will analyse …

Step 3: Main body paragraphs… 

Main body paragraphs are the most important part of your essay so they should be the longest and one paragraph should comment on one point. See below:

Write about: 1. Taxes – the first paragraph should comment on “ taxes”  2. Opportunity – the second paragraph should comment on “ opportunity “ 3. …………………… (your own idea) – the third paragraph should comment on “economy”

In addition, every paragraph should start with a topic sentence, which is like an introduction to the paragraph and it tells the reader what exactly the paragraph is going to discuss.

Also, a good idea is to include different linking words/expressions to make sure that your ideas are well connected and in a logical order.

What is a topic sentence?

A topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph (which is also the most important )

A topic sentence essentially tells readers about the rest of the paragraph . If the topic sentence says “ Cats are very good pets for several reasons” , then every sentence after that needs to describe that subject.

For example:

Cats are very good pets for several reasons . (<=topic sentence / every sentence after it describes that subject =>) They are naturally good caregivers because they take care of their kittens, so they want to take care of their owners as well. Cats are quite clean, and if you train them to use a litter box, they require almost no cleanup in their areas.

What are the linking words/expressions?

These are words and expressions that help the text flow logically . These words act as signposts, helping the reader easily move from one idea to the next and see connections between sentences or paragraphs.

Linking words is especially useful when you want to indicate that you are going to explain something, provide an example use a time sequence, or present a contrasting point of view.

Between paragraphs:

To begin with, I would like to put forward […] The first possible action is, to improve physical education …[…] A second option would be. …  competitive attitudes that […]

Within a paragraph:

[…] which activity is better than the others. Another reason for not financing sports […]

You can see a model answer below:

First paragraph comment on  “Taxes” Paragraph 1: Firstly , a majority of people believe that a significant part of taxes should go to education. Opponents might say if someone can afford university, then he/she should pay for it. However , people with higher education have better wages and therefore pay higher income tax after graduation .

Second paragraph comment on “Opportunity ” Paragraph 2: Secondly, making university free for all, creates more opportunities for those from low-income backgrounds . Although they may still have difficulty meeting other costs such as accommodation , it makes the playing field more level.

Third paragraph comment on “….…… (your own idea)” : economy Paragraph 3: In addition , having an educated workforce is proven to help the economy grow. Namely , the more highly educated people there are, the higher the standard of living for everyone. Consequently , more people will be able to pay taxes to fund the education of future generations.

                  – topic sentence

                    – linking words/expressions

                    – interesting/topical vocabulary

Remember, you don’t have to tell the truth! The examiners won’t know, so if you don’t have experience or an opinion you can make something up!

Step 4: Conclusion 

The conclusion comes at the end of your essay, it summarizes the main idea of the essay.  You need to write a clear, justified conclusion. You can’t just say, ‘I agree’, or ‘I disagree.’ Think of it like this: you need to convince the examiner that your conclusion is correct.

In conclusion, a university should be free for everyone. It makes economic sense and ultimately benefits all members of society.

                  – linking words/expressions

Make sure your paragraphs are connected to your conclusion!

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There are many factors to consider when deciding if the university should be free or not. Among these are taxes, equality of opportunity, and the economy.

Firstly, a majority of people believe that a significant part of taxes should go to education. Opponents might say if someone can afford university, then he/she should pay for it. However, people with higher education have better wages and therefore pay higher income tax after graduation.

Secondly, making university free for all, creates more opportunities for those from low-income backgrounds. Although they may still have difficulty meeting other costs such as accommodation, it makes the playing field more level.

In addition, having an educated workforce is proven to help the economy grow. Namely, the more highly educated people there are, the higher the standard of living for everyone. Consequently, more people will be able to pay taxes to fund the education of future generations.

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B2 first (fce)  essay: example essays, fce essay sample 1.

In your English class you have been talking about the environment. Write an essay using all the notes and give reasons for your point of view.

Every country in the world has problems with pollution and damage to the environment. Do you think these problems can be solved?

Write about: 1. transport 2. rivers and seas 3. ………………………… (your own idea)

Student’s FCE Essay Answer:

DEVELOPMENT VS ENVIRONMENT

If we surf the web looking for pollution and environmental catastrophes, we will find out that every country in the world suffers them. This is a natural consequence of the struggle between development and environment.

If a country decided to live isolated from the rest of the world, living on what it can naturally grow and produce, it surely wouldn’t be highly polluted. But we all want exotic food and technological items from all over the world, so we have to pay the price.

Investing on electrical transport would benefit the environment a lot. Even more if this electricity came from a natural source of energy like wind, rivers and solar boards. It’s difficult to achieve this because petrol companies will fight against these actions.

We also have to take care of our rivers and seas. We all have heard about factories throwing highly toxic substances to rivers, without minimizing their poisoning effects. A really strict law should be applied to fine these factories and make them change their policy.

But what about ourselves? We also can do a lot! If, when possible, we bought larger packs of food, we would be producing less rubbish. And this is only an example!

FCE Essay Sample 2

In your English class you have been talking about the fashion industry. Write an essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

Some people say the fashion industry has a bad effect on people’s lives. Do you agree?

Write about: 1. whether people’s appearance is important 2. the price of clothes 3. …………………… (your own idea)

The society we live today is characterised by technology in constant development, fast speed processes, information travelling and getting to people at a blink of an eye and a complex web of social networking. In this context, the fashion industry is becoming increasingly important and having a more and more paramount role in our lives.

On one hand, the fashion industry is undeniably a source of profit and income. It hires millions of people all over the world and generates millions of dollars every year. Furthermore, such profitable business is also believed to be able to spread and make known the culture of a people, encouraging and enhancing a better understanding of each other.

Nevertheless, for those who are neither impressed nor motivated by numbers and figures, the fashion industry is seen as one which segregates people, isolating those who not fit their laws and commands. It is stated that people place too much importance on appearance and the material, world, sadly true, and the fashion industry just spurs on such situation. Moreover, not only are the costs of fashion item unrealistically high, it is thought to be a money better spent on more pressing issues, such as poverty and hunger.

I do believe that the fashion industry, as it is today, has a harmful effect, because it values a minority of people in detriment to the majority. However, it has such a wide reach that, it put into a good use, it can save lives.

B2 First (FCE) Essay: Example topics

Fce example topic 1.

Your teacher has asked you to write your response to the following statement taken from a recent newspaper article:

Is it true that we help the environment when we plant a tree?

Write about:

• clear the air
•  ………….( your own idea)

FCE Example topic 2

Nowadays children are suffering from obesity, that was once considered to be meant for adults only. What are its causes and what solutions can be offered?

• busy lifestyle
• ………………(your own idea)

FCE Example topic 3

Is it better to be the oldest or the youngest in a family?

• role of older sibling

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B2 first (fce)  essay: tips.

• Make sure you know how to comment on all the points that are asked
• Invent information if you don’t have any ideas
• Divide the essay into paragraphs – put one answer in one paragraph
• Use advanced vocabulary when you can and formal language
• The final paragraph is the best place to express your opinion clearly.
• Revise your essay to correct mistakes.

B2 First (FCE) Essay: FAQ

How long should a b2 essay be.

You need to answer the question with between 140-190 words. 

If an answer is too long, you may get a lower score.   If you write 200 words, it’s not a problem. However, if you write 300 words, it’s a problem.

Should you do a plan?

Yes! You must make a plan to organise your essay writing . On the day of the exam, you will be stressed and feel pressure. A plan is your way of organising you text and your thoughts.

What happens if I write more than 190 words?

Nothing… Well, almost nothing. In the past for every 5 words extra, they took away a point, however, now they do not. It is not good to go over 190 words because of time, but you can. I wouldn´t write more than 200 words because they will probably lower the mark they give you for content. They will determine some of it to be unnecessary.

What counts as a complex language in the exam?

You MUST use complex language at B2 level . You must use attention-grabbing vocabulary and a variety of grammar structures. The passive voice, relative clauses, modal verbs, conditionals, reported speech and inversions all count as COMPLEX grammar forms and you must use them. Otherwise, you can address academic experts and pay someone to write your paper if you need help to write an essay for you.

B2 First (FCE) Essay: Useful Phrases & Expressions

Introduction.

The trend nowadays is towards …. Over the past ten years or so the media have frequently carried reports of …. Recent research indicates that …. Hardly a week goes by without another report of ……….. appearing in the media. This raises the issue of whether …… Although most people would generally agree that ………… few would deny that ….

Stating your opinion

As I see it, It seems to me that ………… I would also say that …. I am convinced that …………… I am inclined to believe that ……………… There is no doubt in my mind that ……………… One of the drawbacks of ……. is ………. However, one of the benefits is that ………… Changing topic As regards the causes for this, ………….. Concerning the causes for this, ……… As for the causes, ………..

Presenting arguments

One justification is often given for ……….. is that…………….. Advocates/Proponents would claim that ……………… Those who object to …………….. often argue that ………………. Another objection is that …… However, it should not be forgotten that ………….. ……….. are opposed to ……………. on the grounds that …………….. From the point of view of …………….. According to ………………..

Describing causes

One factor which has led to ………… is ………….. One of the factors which has brought this about is ……… The problem often stems from ……………….. The situation has been exacerbated by ……………. ………….. has only made the situation worse. One consequence of ……………. is …………….

Proposing steps and measures

As regards the most appropriate response to this situation, one suggestion would be to ……… The first step to be taken would be to …….. To alleviate the situation people should ……….. In addition they ought to …………… To begin to tackle this situation society/individuals/the government need/s to This can only be dealt with if ………… To overcome this problem, ………….. Were the government to ……………, the situation would doubtless improve. Individuals can do a great deal to ………… The burden of responsiblity lies in the hands of …….. It is vitally important that ……… Legislation should be introduced to control …………….. It would be a grave error if we ……………..

All in all it seems to me that ……….. The obvious conclusion to be drawn is that ………………….. All things considered, …………. On balance, I tend to believe that ………… The world would surely be a better place to live in if ………….. If people stopped ….ing, we would have/ we could look forward to a …………… The prospects for the future will be bleak/grim unless ……………….

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10 English Phrases to Express Your Opinion in an Essay

This is a guest post by  Sam Pealing.  Make sure to visit his website EnglishForStudy.com for more academic English help!

I admire international students. Seriously.  If you’re a non-native English speaker doing a degree or doctorate in English, then I take my hat off to you.

I get a lot of questions about writing essays, and I’ve taught hundreds of students how to write effective essays (which get good grades).  One of the most common mistakes that I see is a lack of opinion.

Most of the time, students describe a situation, but they don’t give their opinion or stance. This can really damage your grade because lecturers are always looking for ‘critical thinking’. If you don’t give your opinion in your essays, your lecturers can’t see your critical thinking.

To put it simply: If you don’t put your opinion or stance in an essay, then you’ll probably lose marks.

In this article, you’ll learn 10 effective phrases that you can use to give your opinion in your essay.  I’ve also created a free lesson pack which will help you to practice the phrases in this article. CLICK HERE to download it.

Introducing the Phrases

If you’re looking for a quick fix for your essay, these phrases should help you to start putting your own opinions in your essays.

But, before you rush over to your essays to start putting these phrases in, there’s something you need to know.

If you’re writing an academic essay, you will need to support your opinions with strong evidence . This is especially true if you are using some of the stronger phrases.

This evidence can be a journal article, a lecture, a textbook, or something else which is a trustworthy source of information.

In a more informal essay, like one in an IELTS or TOEFL language test, you don’t need to support your answers with strong evidence. Your experiences or opinions will be enough.

Quick note : I know! You’re ready to see the phrases.

This won’t take long and it’s really important.

1. For these phrases to be really effective, you’ll need to review your grammar. Shayna has some great videos on her Espresso English Youtube channel .

I recommend these:

• Subject/Verb agreement
• Formal and Informal English
• Correcting Grammar Mistakes

2. If you want to know the structure of a good essay paragraph, check my post here .

Informal English Phrases

These phrases are suitable for language tests such as TOEFL or IELTS. In an academic essay, these phrases will probably be too informal because they are too personal.

“In my opinion, + [your sentence]”

• In my opinion , a good education is more important than a good car.

“I believe that + [your sentence]”

• I believe that schools should encourage students to walk or cycle to school rather than drive.

“In my mind, + [your sentence]”

• “ In my mind , no-one should have to pay for medical care.”

More Formal Academic Phrases With ‘That’

These phrases are more suitable for academic essays. If you are unsure whether you should use an informal phrase or an academic phrase, use an academic one. If you think your writing might be informal, read this post to learn more.

The patterns here are quite straightforward. Just add your sentence after ‘that’.

“It would seem that + [your sentence]”

Use this when you support your opinion with evidence.

• “ It would seem that children learn best when they are feeling comfortable.”

“It could be argued that + [your sentence]”

Use this when you want to challenge an existing opinion.

• “ It could be argued that the benefits outweigh the drawbacks in this situation.”

“This suggests that + [your sentence]”

Use this when you don’t want to fully commit to an opinion. You’re giving yourself some distance.

• “ The evidence suggests that people who speak more than one language have more job opportunities.”

“This proves that + [your sentence]”

Use this when you are confident with your opinion. This phrase is quite strong*

• “ This proves that the best way to lose weight is through a controlled diet and a good exercise program.”

“This supports the idea that + [your sentence]”

Use this one when you are supporting an opinion that you have already made.

• “ This new research supports the idea that successful English learners look for opportunities to use English.”

Other Ways to Express Opinion

“although [idea you disagree with], [idea you agree with]”.

Use this when you want make your opinion seem balanced.

• “ Although reports suggest that cigarettes could help people to lose weight, there are too many serious health problems associated with smoking.”

Note: The ‘ although’ pattern is very effective because it shows two sides of the argument. In the example, I support the idea that smoking is bad for your health –BUT- I recognise that it could have some benefits.

Structure your ‘ although’ sentence like this: Although, [weaker argument you disagree with], [stronger argument you agree with].

Using Adverbs, Adjectives and Nouns

You can use adjectives to show your opinion.

• “This research was poorly conducted with a lack of control .”

The adjective and nouns in the example are negative . You can get some good ideas from this video on Extreme Adjectives . Note: try not to use any emotional adjectives .

Make Your Own Phrases!

Of course, these phrases aren’t the only ones that you can use! You can find more – or – you can create your own by combining different patterns.

Here’s an example of #7, #9 and #10 used together.

“Although it is difficult for older adults to learn a second language, an important study by Smith (2014) proved that the elderly can successfully learn new languages.”

What Should You Do Now?

So now you should have a better idea of how to include more opinions in your essays. But that’s not all; there are probably some new words here that you don’t know.

So here’s what you should do:

• Choose three of the opinion expressions and phrases that you want to try.
• Practice writing sentences using them (if you don’t have a topic, try this: should students do homework? You can see examples of this in the lesson pack )
• Get the Lesson Pack for this lesson (which contains the vocabulary and the phrases from this lesson) CLICK HERE to download it .

Learn more:

• Basic English phrases
• Intermediate English phrases
• Advanced English phrases

About Sam Pealing

Sam Pealing is an English language coach who specialises in two important areas: 1. helping you to get great grades at university, and 2. helping you to become an effective and confident English user. If you’re feeling frustrated or confused with English, Sam has created the perfect email course for you! You can join his course here –or- you can read more by him on English For Study .

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The 100 most useful phrases for IELTS Writing Task 1 tables

By: Alex Case | Category: English Language Examinations | Topic: IELTS

Last Updated: 12th May. 2023

Essential phrases for describing tables in IELTS Academic Writing Task 1, with important phrases for the introduction and body of such essays.

Rephrasing the question/ A very brief description of the table

(optional) summary sentence/ description of what you notice straightaway, sentence describing the structure of/ organisation of/ plan for (the body of) the essay, starting body paragraphs, describing positions, describing times, giving vague data and times, giving exact data and times, the most useful phrases for comparing the figures/ columns/ rows/ tables, useful trends language for describing tables.

This is a short list of vital words and phrases to memorise in order to do well in IELTS Academic Writing Part 1 table tasks. A bigger list of useful language and over 300 pages of materials to give input on, practice and give feedback on all kinds of IELTS Academic Writing tasks are available at https://www.usingenglish.com/e-books/ielts-writing/

The most useful phrases for IELTS Writing Task 1 table task introductions

• The table gives data/ information/ figures/ statistics on…
• The data/ figures/ statistics give information on differences in… (related to … categories of…)
• The tables include statistics on changes in…
• The two tables list the proportion of…
• The tables on the right and on the left compare…
• Both tables show percentages of…, but the one of the left presents… whereas the righthand one includes…
• The columns are labelled with… and the rows (a variety of) different…
• There are… columns representing… and… rows which show…
• There is a wide variation in the data, ranging from… to…
• The data ranges from (a low of)… to (a highpoint of)…
• There is a mix of…/ The figures are a mix of…
• For the most part…
• Most of the figures are between… and…, but…
• In general,…
• The lefthand column represents… and the others…
• The data between… and… is generally…, whereas…
• There is a noticeable…
• Among all the…, the thing that stands out is…
• I will describe the first… rows and then turn my attention to the …th to …th ones.
• I will look at the past data and then move on to the future.
• I will explain the similarities between…, before turning to the differences.
• I will examine some of the highest figures, then write about a few of the lower ones.
• I will summarise the data related to…, then focus on….
• I will explain those two tables in that order/ in turn (in the paragraphs below).

The most useful phrases for the body of IELTS Writing Part One essays

Starting any body paragraph.

• According to the table at the top of the page,…
• From the information given on the years between… and…, we can see that…
• Looking at the three leftmost columns, it is obvious that…
• If we look at the table giving data on…,…

Starting the second (or third) body paragraph

• Turning (our attention) to the remaining figures,…
• Moving on to the other four columns,…
• In (complete) contrast to the four rows described above, in the rest…
• Compared to the table/ column(s)/ row(s)/ topic(s)/ time period(s) described above,…
• In common with the table/ column(s)/ row(s)/ topic(s)/ time period(s) described above,…
• The other table/ two rows/ … columns/ time period(s)/ subject(s)…
• The second table/ time period/ subject/ country…
• The lower table/ half of the table…
• The righthand table/ half of the table/ time period…
• The line(s) representing… …
• The first/ second/ third/ …th row from the top/ bottom…
• The first/ second/ third/ …th column from the left/ right…
• The top/ bottom row…
• The rightmost/ leftmost/ righthand/ lefthand column…
• In the column to the left/ right of that, we can see…
• In the row above/ below that one, the data is…
• (Around/ More or less in) the middle of the table,…
• The table to the right of that one…
• The table of figures below that one…
• In the bottom right/ bottom left/ top left/ top right cell,…
• Between those two rows/ columns/ cells, there is…
• At the beginning of the times shown in the table,…
• At the end of the period given,…
• Between… and… there is a change in…
• In the following day/ week/ month/…,…
• Over the next two/ three/ four/… days/ weeks/ months/…,…
• In the next day/ month/ period given/…,…
• (Just/ Slightly) after that
• This lasts (on and off) for…
• This continues (in a similar vein) until…
• By the time we reach…, we can see…
• Meanwhile, if we look at…, we can see a very different…
• At the same time (in…),…
• about/ approximately/ around/ more or less/ roughly
• (just) under/ (just) below/ nearly/ almost/ (slightly) lower than/ (a little) less than
• above/ (just) over/ (slightly) more than
• very nearly/ a tiny bit under/ virtually
• to be precise

Useful phrases for explaining similarities between the figures/ columns/ rows/ tables

• In common with…,…
• Similarly,…
• (more or less/ almost/ nearly/ virtually/ practically) identical/ the same
• (extremely/ very/ fairly) similar
• (exactly/ just/ almost/ nearly/ two thirds/ half/ a quarter) as… as…
• … have (two/ several/ some) things in common, including…

Useful phrases for explaining differences between the figures/ columns/ rows/ tables

• Compared to…,…
• In (complete) contrast (to…),…
• …, while/ whereas…
• This contrasts with…
• (far/ much/ a great deal/ substantially/ considerably/ quite a lot/ somewhat/ slightly/ a bit/ a little/ a tiny bit) higher/ bigger (than…)
• (far/ much/ a great deal/ substantially/ considerably/ quite a lot/ somewhat/ slightly/ a bit/ a little/ a tiny bit) lower/ smaller (than…)
• (more or less/ more than/ almost/ virtually) double/ triple/ four times/ … times…
• not (nearly/ quite) as high as…/ as much as…/ as great as…
• (approximately) half/ a third/ a quarter/ a fifth/ a… of…
• (around) two thirds/ three quarters/ … …s (the level) of…
• one and half times/ twice/ three times/ …. times
• The biggest/ main difference between… and… is…
• A major difference…
• The most obvious difference/ The clearest difference…
• (slightly/ very/ almost completely/ totally) different

(Only very simple language is included here to avoid wasting time analysing the data, but see the similar list on line graphs for more of this kind of language.)

• (more or less/ more than) double/ triple/ quadruple
• (approximately/ almost/ more than) halve
• lose half/ a third/ a quarter/ a… (of…)
• increase/ grow/ go up
• decrease/ decline/ drop/ fall/ go down
• There is a (roughly/ greater than/ over) fourfold/ fivefold/ …fold increase/ decrease in…
• There is then a (very) large/ substantial/ slight increase/ decrease in…
• remain (more or less) stable/ stay (approximately) the same/ not change much
• change/ vary/ move
• It reaches (a high of)…

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IELTS Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Vocabulary

When you turn to IELTS Writing Task 2 (the formal essay) on test day, you may encounter an “advantage and disadvantage” essay. This type of essay asks you to evaluate both sides of an issue. Having the right vocabulary for IELTS Writing Task 2 essays is one key to increasing your band score. This is essay is no different. In this article, we’ll look at IELTS advantages and disadvantages essay vocabulary.

What is an Advantage/Disadvantage Essay on the IELTS?

An advantage/disadvantage essay is any essay that requires you to share both good and bad sides of an issue. They’re pretty easy to spot, because they almost always use the phrase “advantages and disadvantages” in the prompt.

With those ideas in mind, here are a few things you should keep in mind while writing an advantages/disadvantages essay.

When you’re writing an advantage/disadvantage essay, you want to present both sides of the issue. Sometimes, but not always, the prompt will ask you to pick which side is stronger. Don’t make a recommendation about which side is better unless the prompt says to! In other words, don’t overthink this: if the prompt doesn’t ask you to pick a side, don’t. Just focus on describing the pros and cons of the issue.

The structure of an IELTS advantages/disadvantages essay should be simple, with four paragraphs:

• Introduction
• Advantages (OR disadvantages, whichever you have better ideas for)
• Disadvantages (OR advantages, if you wrote about disadvantages first

The main thing to keep in mind is that you should separate advantages into their own paragraph and disadvantages into their own paragraph. It doesn’t matter which one comes first, but they should be distinct.

It can be easy to get caught up in using the IELTS advantages and disadvantages essay vocabulary you’ve learned and forgetting to focus on the ideas. However, you should brainstorm ideas carefully at the beginning of your time to make sure that you have something to write about! Aim to share two advantages and two disadvantages in your essay.

With that in mind, I’ll take a look at some words and phrase you can use for this essay type.

Before we get into specifics, though, let’s look at some basic terms for this section: synonyms for “advantages” and “disadvantages”:

• Benefits/drawbacks
• Positives/negatives

With those in mind, take a look at vocabulary words and phrases you can use to present each side!

IELTS Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Vocabulary: Advantages

• One advantage of X is…
• A primary advantage of X is…
• The positive aspects of X include…
• A/Another benefit of X is…
• An/Another advantage of X is…

IELTS Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Vocabulary: Disadvantages

• A disadvantage of X is…
• One drawback of X is…
• A negative aspect of X is…
• A negative consequence of X is…
• A/another drawback of X is…

Vocabulary and Phrases for Opinions ( ONLY if Required by the Prompt )!

• The benefits of X far outweigh/exceed the drawbacks.
• The disadvantages of X far outweighs/exceeds the advantages.

Example of an IELTS Advantages and Disadvantages Essay

So what does this look like in practice? Take a look at a sample IELTS advantages/disadvantages prompt and a high-scoring essay written in response. If you want, you can use an IELTS essay response sheet and try your own response before checking the answer below!

The Response

One major advantage of streaming films in the home is that it removes barriers between customers and the films. Couples with children do not need to find babysitters to enjoy new cinema. Another benefit of streaming services is that, in many cases, the price of new films is already included in the monthly subscription cost. This means that more people are likely to watch the film at home, even if they were not interested enough to pay money directly to see it in the theatre.

Conversely, a negative consequence of streaming services’ popularity is that, if they reach a certain tipping point of popularity, cinemas may go out of business. Consumers have no incentive to go to the theatre to see the same films they can see in the comfort of their homes. This means that those employed by cinemas, from ushers to those working at concessions stands, may lose their jobs, which could have a knock-on effect on the economy. Another disadvantage of streaming services’ ubiquity is that some films may not be as easy to appreciate artistically on a small screen. By watching these films at home, consumers may be missing out on the director’s artistic vision.

On balance, there are both benefits and drawbacks to the recent rise in streaming services. The effects this trend has are primarily economic (on both individual and societal levels) and artistic.

Word count: 272

Eliot Friesen-Meyers is the Senior Curriculum Manager for Magoosh IELTS and TOEFL. He attended Goshen College (B.A.), New York University (M.A.), and Harvard University (M.T.S.), gaining experience and skills in curriculum development, ESOL instruction, online teaching and learning, and IELTS and TOEFL test prep education. Eliot’s teaching career started with Literacy Americorps in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and later, taught ESL programs at Northeastern University, University of California-Irvine, and Harold Washington College. Eliot was also a speaker at the 2019 TESOL International Conference . With over 10 years of experience, he understands the challenges students face and loves helping them overcome those challenges. Come join Eliot on Youtube , Facebook , and Instagram . Recent blog posts Complete Guide to IELTS Writing Task 1 Complete Guide to IELTS Writing Task 2

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the question is about the trend that people are till going to cinema ,eventhoug ott platforms are available.so aforesaid essay written about pros & cons of streaming platform .it is clear that the deviation from the question.

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IELTS Discussion Essay Video Lesson: Useful Language

Learn expressions to use in your discussion essay for IELTS writing task 2 with this video lesson. It is important to use a variety of language to express both sides in your essay. Being able to have flexible language for giving other people’s opinions is a good way to increase your vocabulary band score.

Hello in this lesson I’m going to look at some expressions that you can use for a discussion essay for IELTS writing task 2. Now when you have a discussion essay you have to support two different sides and this is not about your opinion this is about what other people think, other people’s opinion and you have to support what they think. so here are some very useful expressions to help you show other people’s thoughts and opinions.

Now there’s quite a lot of expressions you can use. I will run through each one but I will tell you now there are two expressions here that you shouldn’t use. can you see which ones? well I’ll tell you at the end of the lesson let’s have a look the first one. “Many people believe that ” this is a very common expression to use for IELTS It is not high band score but its clear and its academic so don’t worry, please use it. The next one “it is commonly believed that” this is a very nice expression because you can see here “is believed” that is the passive and it’s very good to give the examiner some passive tense in your essay. It will improve your band score and you can see this word here “commonly” that means many people so it has the same meaning as this sentence and this word we can change, we could say “it is frequently believed that” or we could say “it is often believed that”. So we could put a different adverb of frequency here. The next one “some people think that”  again it’s very simple but it is academic and its clear. “It is often thought that” here we’ve got another passive, so very nice to use. But “on the side of” or “the other side of the coin is” this is the other opinion, the other side. “It is considered by many that” this is a very nice expression is very academic. It’s very good to use for IELTS and again you have a passive here and you can change this word if you want and you could say “it is considered by some that”. The next one here “many argue that” is very nice very clear. You don’t need to say “many people”, you could say “many argue that “. Another one, “it is argued by some that”, again here we’ve got the passive and you can change this word, “it is argued by many that”. “On the one hand” and”On the other hand”, so that’s the one side of the argument, on the other hand that’s the other side of the argument. The last one “some people support the opinion that” again this is very nice, very academic.

Discussion Essay Model Answer

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Wishing you the best of luck in your test!

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hi Liz I have subscribed your channel for many years now .I do receive some emails .However I need support in writing the introduction for a discussion please could you guide me

Think about getting my advanced lessons. I’ll be offering a discount at the start of July: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . The reason I made advanced lessons is so that I could explain fully how to write essays step by step. Each lesson is around 1 hour in length.

I am a new student learning the IELTS and today I started following you with the lesson writing task – 2. It is observed that there are -04- types of essays. I started the discussion type but little confused and not able to analyse the discussion type. Please advise, how may I understand whether the topic is discussion or opinion-based or discussion with opinion.

Go to this page for all your answers: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

Dear liz, I have read your E-Book and that helped me a lot because I didn’t know about how to develop Ideas, but after reading that book I have learned what we can write in our essay according to the topic. Thank you for making that E-book. But here I have different doubt about structuring an Introduction for discussion type essay. (Specially, one sided opinion essay) While writing discussion type essay, you taught to give balanced approach or one sided approach. My confusion here is after paraphrasing both view points in the introduction we can directly state our opinion even if it is one sided, do we have to mention that why we do not agree with the other view point? What I mean to say is, if I think cooperation is more important to learn then do i have to mention why i do not think competition is important? My another doubt is do we have to give the hint what body paragraphs will discuss about within the introduction? Like, after paraphrasing the two different view points do we have to write again that many people think competition because it develops a sense of self-esteem in a child, while others believe cooperation is important as it helps in developing social skills + giving my opinion stating, I believe cooperation is important + reason why I believe so + why don’t I believe competition is important?

I am confused what should I exclude to make a short yet clear Introduction with one sided clear opinion? because giving reason why we do not think other view point is more important is making introduction too lengthy. Similarly giving hint within the introduction why people have different view points making it too lengthy.

Your background statement will include the two views held by others. The details for those views will be explained in the body paragraphs. The thesis statement will contain your view and the body paragraph will explain it. It is your choice how you develop the body paragraph. You might want to explain why you agree with one side and why you disagree with the other – if they are two completely different choices to make. It really depends on how much you have to say. IELTS essay are as much about strategy as they are about ideas. Think about word count and length. IELTS essays are short – they were never designed to be long. You should be aiming between 270 and 290 words. So, plan each sentence before you start writing and you’ll soon see how much you can and can’t fit into each paragraph. Also remember that if you agree with one side fully, your opinion will be given along side (in the same paragraph) as the same view that others have. If you are unsure or confused, get my Advanced lessons because I’ve explained it really carefully in those lessons: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . Glad you liked the Ideas E-book 🙂

Hello Ma’am, Sorry for over bugging You Hope You’re kicking fine. Meanwhile, Where can I get full length videos of Your Academic Test teachings on Tips for Task 1 writing- Graphs, Charts, pictures etc- My elder Brother is attempting it for the first time and needs help with it as His Academic test is slated for 12 September. I introduced Him to Your blog but all He could set His eyes on were snippets of Your teachings on YouTube.

Best Regards.

Sorry, I don’t have full length videos for writing task 1. I only have Advanced Writing Task 2 Lessons which can be purchased on this page: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

Hello Liz, i visited your website and discovered numerous information and tips that will be useful for my ielts academic test. please i would like to be notified for any new video and information. thanks

You can access over 300 pages of free lessons and tips through the RED MENU Bar at the top of the website. All new lessons can be found listed in the side bar column if you are using desktop or at the bottom of all posts if you are using a smart phone.

Hi Liz, I am a little confused when it’s about the introduction of the “discuss both views and give your opinion” essay. As I understood, introduction is made of 2 parts: 1. Paraphrasing the question (very clear) 2. Thesis to introduce the topics of the body paragraphs In this type of questions, if we start the thesis just right after paraphrasing with “in my opinion”, doesn’t show the examiner that my essay will be only about my opinion?

You’re website and advanced videos are very helpful Thank you

The examiner has the instructions. The examiner has the full essay question. It’s fine.

Hello liz i find your videos very helpful, i wanted to ask can you give the complete structure of an ielts essay

You can find model essays on the main writing task 2 page – click on the RED BAR at the top of the website.

Thank you very much for all your insights on various topics on IELTS. I genuinely appreciate it.

I have a doubt regarding the essay writing; are we allowed to use colon, semi-colon and double-dash in our GT essays and letters just as how I’ve used in this comment?

Your input here will be a good help. Thanks again.

There is no need to use them. Using just full stops and commas is enough. However, there are a no fixed rules.

Hi Liz, Thanks your youtube videos are outstanding and very helpful. Please i will need some clarifications on the following: 1. Can I treat an opinion essay as a discussion essay where i write about both views or do i just stick with my opinion throughout my essay. 2. Is this thesis statement correct- This essay will discuss both views before reaching a logical conclusion. Will appreciate your response

You can’t alter the instructions and write a discussion essay if you are given an opinion essay. However, it is possible to have a partial agreement but you need training for that. See my Advanced Writing Task 2 lessons: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ 2. That is not a thesis statement for IELTS. If you are asked for your view, you must give it directly – I, my. The words “this essay” does not represent your own personal opinion. Also NEVER use learned phrases in an English language test. Each sentence must be created uniquely by you. The examiner will put a line through any learned sentences.

Ma’am thanks so much for all the content that you have provided! I had a question regarding a discussion cum opinion essay. Do I make 1 body paragraphs for each side and a third body para for the details of my opinion (totally 3 paras) or do i combine both sides in body paragraph 1 and explain my perspective in the 2nd body paragraph?

I’d very much appreciate your input.

Do not combine opposite sides in one paragraph. If your opinion agrees with one side, add it to that paragraph. Otherwise, create a third body paragraph.

Hello, Your website is a lifesaver, thank you so much for your work! I have a question regarding the use of singular ‘they’ in an essay: is it allowed or is it better to be avoided? I find myself using it quite often but I am not sure how the examiner would react. Thank you in advance

Yes, it’s allowed.

Hi Liz, Your videos are very informative.

In an opinion essay, could the term ‘I feel’ be used? Or is it better to use I think or I believe?

Thanks Anne

“I feel” is informal.

It’s very helpful thank you. You’re doing a great job.

This was very helpful. Thanks.

Can we say “On the flip side …”?

That is informal and an IELTS essay is formal.

Hi Liz, Thank you for your support 🙂 I wanted to ask you about Writting Task 2; in an opinion essay should I writte the two paragraphs to support my opinion or should I writte the first paragraph for supporting and admitting the suggested opinion in the topic and the second to introduce mine. So do I get more points for a balanced answer or should I present my 2 topics in both paragraphs?

You do not get more points for a balanced view or a one sided view. You choose your opinion, state it in the introduction and then explain it in the body.

What if we agree with both of the views. Can we still use those sentences you provided in the video? Thank you 🙂

A balanced approach does not mean agreeeing with both sides. It means presenting an opinion which is neither one side nor the other but your own specific opinion.

I was wondering if we are not suppose this language in Agree/disagee(Opinion) essay.

Basically whenever I start any opinion essay using one of the expressions mentioned above. And also some times for each paragraph I use “on the other hand” for the second paragraph opening sentences for opinion essay.

Kindly confirm the same. If I not supposed to use, can you provide us with some Agree/Disagree(opinion) essay language too.

Thanks, Shree

You use expressions such as “it is thought …” or “some people believe that …” when you express other people’s opinions. For your background statement in almost all essays, you might use these expressions. When you have an opinion essay, you use these expressions in the background and then present your own opinion directly in the thesis “In my opinion”.

When you use “On the other hand” it is to present an opposing view. It shows an opposite. This is unlikely to be used in an opinion essay but not impossible. It depends on the ideas and the paragraph content.

I hope that helps. See my model writing task 2 essays on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

Hi Liz, Cam you please clarify between discussion type and agree disagree type questions. How does the structure vary.

All IELTS essays have either two or three body paragraphs. The structures are decided depending on your opinion and ideas.

Hello Liz, Is there a link for all the essay sample questions you shared?

Regards Sweety

You can find sample essay questions here: https://ieltsliz.com/100-ielts-essay-questions/ . All links can be found on the main writing task 2 page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ . All main pages can be found on the red bar at the top of the website.

Hello Liz, Is there are a link for all essay answers?

See the main writing task 2 page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

Is it necessary to write your opinion in introduction in a discussion essay (discuss both views and give your opinion)? And also please tell that is it the write structure for this type of question Introduction body para 1 (discussing one view) body para 2 (discussing other side of the argument and giving your opinion) conclusion

You should also introduce your opinion in the introduction.

Helpful commentary, I love the info – Does anyone know where I could acquire a sample form I could use?

can we say the other side of the MEDALLION is

Obviously not. You shouldn’t be using idioms.

Hi Liz, can i write 3 paragraphs if i agree with both sides of the arguments and third one is going to be about my opinion that it is better both

You shouldn’t agree with both sides. Giving an opinion, doesn’t mean sitting on the fence. Please see my advanced lessons.

Hi Liz, Thank you very much for this helpful Blog. Just trying to be helpful here, you said in the first line: wring task1. So, I know it’s not serious error, but just want to get your attention on it, so maybe better to correct it.

Best regards, Salah

Thanks. It really helps me when people tell me about typos because I don’t have much time for proof reading. Well spotted!! Liz 🙂

Hello mam..im ALi From PAKISTAN and i am prepairing my IELTS exam test for 23 Jan ….could you give me few tips and techniques for task 2 and speaking for General Question

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Hi Im Aysa Im 12 years old and Im studing Ielts I have 2 older sister.My schools name is Hafez and the place that I study Ielts in it is Melal English school and there are some knowledgeable teachers there. Actually Im a cheerful person and I love Art. and then I love so much eating and watching animations especially Sponge bob.

Please inform your parents that you have posted a comment on my blog. It is essential that all underage comments are done with parental permission. Thanks Liz

Hi liz, Thank you for your videos and everything. In writing task 2 if the topic says “discuss both these views and give your own opinion” when should we state our opinion? Can we mention it in inroduction part or in conclusion? While discussing both views are we allowed to be personal or we should discuss them objectively?

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Mam, I was going through the subscription video of your Discussion essay.After viewing it i was trying to write a Background statement for the question ” Some say all offenders should be sent to prison,others argue that there are better alternatives such as community work for those who commit minor crimes.Discuss both views and give your opinion “.

I tried writing this line same as you were explaining on that video ” Although it is sometimes argued that all criminal ought to sent to jail,other people believe that the focus should be on other alternative methods “. Is this back ground statement correct.Please help me in this

This is the correct technique to use. All the best Liz

Hi mam My question is regarding writing task 2, Mam what counts more in IELTS,more number of ideas but not explained much or one-two ideas bit well explained. For example,to reduce environmental pollution ,we can write about a number of ideas like Using green energy resources to curb air pollution,lesser use of pesticides to control land pollution and so on..so should we write about all the ideas that i have in my mind or should i pick one or two of them and elaborate upon then well.? Thnx

See this page to learn how your writing is marked: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2-band-scores-5-to-8/ . To learn more about writing an opinion essay and how to develop ideas, see my advanced lessons: http://subscriptions.viddler.com/IELTSLizStore All the best Liz

Hi Liz ..conclusion is compulsory in each essay?

All writing task 2 essays have a conclusion. Please see the lesson about paragraphs. Liz

After 7 days I have an IELTS exam. And I have still problem with speaking and reading, so can you please help me how can I get improvisation in both?

Please see the reading section and the lesson: how to improve your reading. The look at the speaking section and how to develop your speaking at home. All the best Liz

CAN YOU LIE WHEN WRITING YOUR ESSAY?

You can write anything you want. No one will check whether the information is true or not. However, as you have not presented me with an example of “a lie”, I can’t fully say yes. All the best Liz

plzz telk me which is best BC or IDP test

IELTS is owned by Cambridge ESOL, IDP and the British Council – they are all the same company. The test at IDP and BC is the same, the examiners are trained in the same way – there’s no difference. All the best Liz

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Writing in your target language will help you learn proper digital communication and give you practice producing the language on your own.

Try out one of these websites to take your writing abilities for a spin for free.

Available languages: Arabic, Hawaiian, Icelandic, Persian, Spanish, Chinese and many more.

This website focuses on connecting users for an email-based pen pal relationship , and they provide helpful tips to make sure you both get the most out of the exchange.

You can browse for pen pals by language or country. An advanced search provides an even broader array of criteria, like city, age, gender and more.

Available languages: Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, German and more.

There are several subreddits in foreign languages, so you can snag the writing (and reading) practice you’re looking for.

And let’s be real—someone will be prepared to correct your grammar. This is the internet, after all.

Most foreign language forums are subreddits for foreign countries —like the Italy subreddit , the Mexico subreddit or the Brasil subreddit —but there may be subreddits for learners of certain languages too, such as r/LearnJapanese or r/German .

Perhaps you’re not ready to fork out money for a private tutor , or you don’t have the time to attend language classes.

Sometimes, though, you’ll run into questions you just can’t answer on your own—that’s where these sites will come in handy.

Available languages: Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Turkish and more.

Rather than giving you flashcards and courses or even facilitating Skype sessions, HiNative allows you to ask questions to native speakers of the language you’re learning.

Whether it’s about the difference between two confusing words, getting a pronunciation check or figuring out how and when to use the subjunctive, just send a text and wait for a response.

For more information, here’s our full review of HiNative .

Available languages: German, Korean, Hindi, Russian, Basque, Serbian and many, many more.

Designed for language learners to find native-speaking teachers and exchange partners via Skype or the online classroom, the free version of their service includes great benefits, including access to their learner community.

This access allows you to connect with other learners, ask questions and receive corrections from native speakers of your target language.

If you're looking to invest a little more to have a private tutor or teacher at some point, you can do that on italki too .

You can also read more about italki in our complete review .

Learning vocabulary is essential for language learning success, and these websites will help you do so—efficiently!—for free.

Available languages: Japanese, Portuguese, Arabic, Welsh, Hebrew, German and more.

They use a gaming strategy to make sure you retain more of what you learn, and the truly dedicated will be rewarded by being asked to translate sentences of increasingly comical ridiculousness as they work up through the levels of their language.

To learn more, see our complete Duolingo review here .

Available languages: Spanish, Italian, Korean, Dutch, Mongolian, Yoruba and more.

You can use the cards provided by Memrise and its users, or you can create your own mnemonic devices by composing and finding images for your own cards.

Somehow, repetition doesn’t seem so repetitive when you can turn all your flashcards into irreverent memes and personal in-jokes tailored to you and your own brain.

See our full review of Memrise here .

Available languages: Afrikaans, Filipino, Japanese, French, Hungarian, Polish and more.

Listen to the voice as it names fruits, click them and drag them into a basket, or match English phrases to those in your target language.

It’s a simple platform free of distraction, and it offers that old-school vibe for the Nintendo kids who still have a knack for learning in 16-bit.

If you already know which language you’re going to study , perhaps one of these free language-specific sites can help you get started.

This site is full of incredible digital artwork and helpful French content . Alongside 15 free lessons for beginners, there’s user-friendly stories (like “The Three Little Pigs”) complete with French, English translations and adorable illustrations.

You can find more free online French lessons here .

Note that the website is fully in German—but if you scroll down to the sections titles “Gratis Online-Deutschkurs” (Free Online German Course) and “Gratis Deutsch Audiokurs A1” (Free German Audio Course A1), you should be able to find your way around.

For more resources, check out our in-depth post about how to learn German for free .

Lessons include grammar explanations, review quizzes and native speaker audio. You can find content for absolute beginners all the way up to intermediate level Spanish.

There are more tips and resources in our full guide to learning Spanish for free .

There’s also a Chinese dictionary, multiple phrasebook and writing lessons, as well as plenty of information about Chinese culture, like calligraphy, astrology and traveling in China.

Our guide to learning Mandarin online for free will give you even more resources to explore. 

There’s a whole host of Portuguese information on this site—including further resources for your studies.

Check out our full blog post to explore more free Portuguese learning resources .

There are dozens of short lessons, typically including audio for pronunciation, a script and grammar tips.

If you’re more of an app person, check out this post on free Japanese apps for more budget-friendly options.

You can start learning Arabic on this easy-to-use website from the European Union.

Arabic Online aims to help beginners familiarize themselves with the language , and it offers several paid courses beyond the beginner level.

Using free resources to learn your target language may take a bit of extra organizing on your part in order to get the most out of the experience. You can and should:

• Try several websites. After all, they’re free! Testing various sites can help you find those that best match your needs and interests—like one or two per category. View it as your own personal version of “The Bachelor,” but (hopefully) with significantly less drama.
• Pay attention to level. While some websites can accommodate all levels, others focus more specifically on beginning, intermediate or advanced learners. Finding one that works with your level will help you use it to maximum effect without being demotivating or hindering your progress.
• Pair multiple websites. This gives you a variety of approaches to your target language. Plus, you’re more likely to develop all four language skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) and end up with more language confidence.

If you’re trying out free language learning websites because you’re hesitant about committing to a costly course, remember that most paid online language classes have free trials that you should absolutely take advantage of!

Once you’ve figured out how you like to learn with the free sites listed above, it may be beneficial to continue or supplement your language studies with a paid course— here are our current favorites , so you don’t have to go it alone.

FluentU takes authentic videos—like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talks—and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.

You can try FluentU for free for 2 weeks. Check out the website or download the iOS app or Android app.

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The free language learning websites above prove that money is no obstacle for determined language learners.

Now all you need to do is make the time to study, and you’re all set to start heading towards fluency!

If you dig the idea of learning on your own time from the comfort of your smart device with real-life authentic language content, you'll love using FluentU .

With FluentU, you'll learn real languages—as they're spoken by native speakers. FluentU has a wide variety of videos as you can see here:

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FluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.

Didn't catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover your mouse over the subtitles to instantly view definitions.

Interactive, dual-language subtitles.

You can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentU's "learn mode." Swipe left or right to see more examples for the word you’re learning.

FluentU Has Quizzes for Every Video

And FluentU always keeps track of vocabulary that you’re learning. It gives you extra practice with difficult words—and reminds you when it’s time to review what you’ve learned. You get a truly personalized experience.

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51 Best AI Tools in 2024 (Ranked & Compared)

As businesses and individual professionals strive for greater agility and efficiency, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly important. Furthermore, AI tools are increasingly adopted for productivity and simplifying business operations. Whether it’s AI-powered content writing, sentiment analysis, or image/video generation and predictive analytics, AI is changing how we work. In the following sections, this article explores the best AI tools available to help you optimize productivity on multiple fronts.

• 1 How We Selected The Best AI Tools
• 2 Best AI Tools for Productivity in 2024
• 3.1 1. Jasper
• 3.2 2. Writesonic
• 3.3 3. Scalenut
• 3.4 4. HubSpot AI Email Writer
• 4.1 5. Tidio
• 4.2 6. Botsonic
• 4.3 7. Chatbase
• 5.1 8. Grammarly
• 5.2 9. Quillbot
• 5.3 10. Wordtune
• 6.1 11. Originality.ai
• 6.2 12. Winston AI
• 6.3 13. GPTZero
• 7.1 14. Otter AI
• 7.2 14. Airgram
• 7.3 16. Meetgeek
• 8.1 17. Descript
• 8.2 18. Pictory AI
• 8.3 19. Synthesia
• 9.1 20. Adobe Firefly
• 9.2 21. Midjourney
• 9.3 22. Looka
• 9.4 23. Magic Studio
• 9.5 24. Illustroke
• 10.1 25. Play.ht
• 10.2 26. Fliki
• 10.3 27. Murf.AI
• 10.4 28. Lovo AI
• 11.1 29. Wix
• 11.2 30. Divi AI
• 11.3 31. Framer AI
• 11.4 32. Hostinger AI Website Builder
• 12.1 33. GitHub Copilot
• 12.2 34. CodeWP
• 12.3 35. Tabnine
• 13.1 36. Retention Science
• 13.2 37. Ecommerce Booster by Semrush
• 13.3 38. Seamless.ai
• 14.1 39. Surfer SEO
• 14.2 40. Alli AI
• 14.3 41. Rank Math Pro
• 14.4 42. Pro Rank Tracker
• 15.1 43. Freshworks Freddy AI
• 15.2 44. Ocoya
• 15.3 45. Adzooma
• 16.1 46. Pencil
• 16.2 47. Copy.ai
• 16.3 48. AdCreative
• 17.1 49. Resume.io
• 17.2 50. ChatGPT
• 17.3 51. Kickresume
• 18 Price Comparison: Best AI Tools
• 19 What are the Best AI Tools for Productivity?
• 20 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How We Selected The Best AI Tools

When we first jumped on the AI train, we researched (and tested) hundreds of AI tools, looking for the best of the best. Over the last year, artificial intelligence has exploded. With more tools becoming available seemingly daily, it seems impossible to sort through. To help with this, we’ve organized them into several categories. Each AI tool on our list is excellent at what they do and, in some cases, great for multiple tasks.

Best AI Tools for Productivity in 2024

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This article covers many types of AI tools, which can be confusing. Nevertheless, ranking them in a specific order is challenging due to the differences between each AI productivity tool and its intended application. Despite this challenge, we have tried to provide you with a comprehensive list of almost everything AI can help you with. Additionally, rest assured that if a tool has made it onto this list, it is worth considering for improving your workflows and general productivity. Now, let’s dive into these quality AI solutions to find the best fit for your needs.

The Best AI Tools Listed In Order

• HubSpot AI Email Writer
• Originality.ai
• Adobe Firefly
• Magic Studio
• Hostinger AI Website Builder
• GitHub Copilot
• Retention Science
• Ecommerce Booster by Semrush
• Seamless.ai
• Rank Math Pro
• Pro Rank Tracker
• Freshworks Freddy AI

AI Writing Tools

Most marketers and business professionals spend most of their days writing good content. The process is time-consuming, especially when researching the subject. However, that’s where AI writing tools come in. By assisting with efficiency, accuracy, and proficiency in content creation, they offer valuable support. Furthermore, these tools are available for various types of writing, such as blog posts, articles, social media posts, and more. Although they are not a replacement for human writers, they can serve as a productivity tool to optimize your workflow.

Here are our top picks for the best AI writing tools.

🥇 Best AI Writing Tool Overall

Jasper is an all-purpose AI tool designed to help users with various tasks, such as content generation and AI image creation. Positioned as our top choice, it has refined what it means to be an AI writer more than other tools. Notably, it doesn’t rely solely on a simple GPT-3 API to create content; instead, it mixes its LLM with trained marketing and sales data. Beyond its innovative approach, Jasper boasts wide usage and ample funding to continue innovating for years to come. Particularly noteworthy is its May 2023 launch of unlimited words for every plan, making it one of the best-valued tools on the list.

What We Like About Jasper

• Strong Marketing Tool: One of the best marketing and sales content generation tools on the market
• Integration for SEO: Surfer SEO integration for SEO-informed AI content generation
• Build Your Brand: With brand memory, you can save key information about your products and services for Jasper to use for accurate content creation
• Jasper Chat : A powerful chatbot alternative to ChatGPT
• Jasper Art: Image and illustration creation with Jasper Art
• Unlimited Word Generation: Get unlimited generated words and advanced brand voice styling

What Could Be Improved

• Sometimes There’s Inaccuracy: The output may not always be accurate, requiring fact-checking and editing. That can be said about any AI tool, though

🥇 Why We Picked It

Jasper AI offers an easy-to-use and versatile AI tool for content generation. It can help spark new ideas or revise existing ones, is relatively affordable, and can create content for just about anything. That said, be aware that the content sometimes sounds a bit robotic, so manual editing is usually required.

Who Is Jasper Best For?

Jasper is perfect for writers, marketers, and businesses seeking to improve writing quality and streamline content creation workflows for better productivity.

Community Reviews And Ratings

The community loves how easy it is to generate good content with Jasper but says it tends to show irrelevant information.

Jasper offers a free trial with prices starting at $39 per month .

Want to learn more about Jasper? Read our honest review .

2. Writesonic

Our next AI writing tool is Writesonic . It’s designed to help users generate high-quality content across multiple areas, including long blog posts, articles, social media captions, emails, and more. Leveraging OpenAI’s GPT 3.5 and 4.0 models, it stands out as an excellent choice for those seeking to generate copy for various media. One of Writesonic’s standout features is its commitment to data privacy, coupled with a built-in plagiarism checker, ensuring that your content remains original and private

What We Like About Writesonic

• AI Writing Tools: Writesonic provides over 80 powerful AI writing tools, including a general-purpose writer, paraphrasing tool, sentence expander, review responder, content shortener, and email subject lines
• Content Generation: Writesonic can write articles for blog posts, draft emails, create marketing copies, summarize blog posts, rephrase old content, fix grammatical mistakes, and more
• Ease of Use: Writesonic is user-friendly and does not require advanced technical skills to operate. Users can easily set up projects, choose templates and themes, add keywords, and generate content with just a few clicks
• Inaccuracies in Long-Form Content: Like other AI writing tools, Writesonic will occasionally produce content that’s not entirely accurate, so users should always fact-check the output

Who Is Writesonic Best For?

Writesonic is an excellent option for bloggers, marketers, and content creators who need to generate significant content. It’s particularly useful for new bloggers looking to quickly produce new content. The user interface is simple, affordable, and easy to customize, making it a great option for anyone.

Writesonic fans love the interface, content generation, and time-saving features but don’t like that credits are quickly used up for minor edits.

Writesonic offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $19 per month .

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3. Scalenut

Scalenut is an AI writer who focuses on a total content creation workflow from start to finish. It plans content, creates outlines, generates content, and helps you optimize it in a full flow that is easy to work with. Scalenut is perfect for quick content creation and is the tool to use if you’re a solo writer or manage a team of writers. Truly a 10x AI writer for SEO content.

What We Like About Scalenut

• Content Generated on Updated Info: AI-generated content that is informed on live internet data
• Powerful AI Models: Advanced NLP models for SERP comparison and optimization
• Cruise Mode: Scalenut takes content creation to an unbelievably automated level
• Setting the Tone: One disadvantage of Scalenut is the need to set the tone every time you generate content

Who Is Scalenut Best For?

Scalenut caters to content creators and SEO specialists who need to generate unique, engaging, and optimized written content at scale, improving content marketing efforts.

The community appreciates Scalenut’s customer service, ease of use, and content generator. However, some say their integrations with popular tools like WordPress would improve it.

Scalenut offers paid plans starting at $39 per month .

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4. HubSpot AI Email Writer

HubSpot’s Free AI Email Writer is a tool designed to streamline the email marketing process. Powered by advanced artificial intelligence, this tool generates compelling and personalized email content to engage your audience and drive conversions.

What We Like About Hubspot

• Instant email content generation: Quickly generate personalized email content tailored to your audience’s interests and preferences.
• AI-powered subject line suggestions: Receive AI-generated subject line suggestions to increase email open rates and engagement.
• Customizable email templates: Choose from various customizable email templates to match your brand’s style and messaging.
• Integration with HubSpot’s CRM: Seamlessly integrate with HubSpot’s CRM to personalize emails based on customer data and interactions.

Who Is Hubspot Best For?

HubSpot’s Free AI Email Writer best suits marketers and businesses looking to streamline email marketing efforts and increase engagement with personalized content. Whether you’re a small business owner or a seasoned marketer, this tool offers valuable assistance in crafting compelling email campaigns that resonate with your audience.

Community Reviews and Ratings

There are no separate reviews for HubSpot’s AI writing tool, but there are plenty of reviews for the broader HubSpot platform.

Free. This is included in HubSpot’s free tier, making it available to businesses of all sizes and stages at no cost.

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AI Website Chatbots

A website AI chatbot , or artificial intelligence chatbot, is a software application that can simulate conversation with users through natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML) techniques. Unlike traditional chatbots, AI can understand and respond to human language in a more human-like and flexible manner, as they are trained on large datasets and use ML to generate non-scripted, conversational responses. They are used for various purposes, such as customer service, lead identification, data collection, and automating repetitive tasks.

There are tons of AI website chatbots available, so we obviously can’t list them all. That being said, there are a few that we absolutely love, so here are our top picks for the best AI chatbots in 2024.

🥇 Best AI Website Chatbot Overall

Tidio is an AI website chatbot with a wealth of features designed to connect you to potential and existing customers. It provides live chat and several AI features, including AI Phrase Matcher, a FAQ Wizard, and Help Desk. Users can gain insight into your business with pre-defined questions and answers or be handed off to a live representative should the need arise.

What We Like About Tidio

• Live Chat: Chat with your customers in real time through a chat window embedded in your website
• AI Phrase Matcher: The chatbot can match user questions with predefined answers, enabling accurate responses to customer questions
• FAQ Wizard: Tidio AI extracts Q & A from FAQ pages, allowing you to create a FAQ chatbot for quick answers to common questions
• Email Marketing: Build email lists through live chat interactions and market to your customers all in one platform
• It Doesn’t Export Customer Interaction Data While Tidio does allow for exporting of contact details, it currently doesn’t offer the ability to download chat transcripts

We love Tidio for its versatility. Users can chat with customers in real time, create a FAQ section for quick Q & A, and export customer data for marketing purposes. It provides an all-in-one solution for customer interaction and retention.

Who Is Tidio Best For?

Tidio’s blend of live chat functionality, AI-powered features, customizable workflows, and affordable pricing makes it an ideal choice for small and medium-sized businesses looking to enhance their online customer service capabilities and drive sales growth effectively.

Tidio users love the live chat feature and the simple interface, but they say they would like to have printable chat transcripts.

Tidio comes in four plans, including a free tier , with paid plans starting at $29 per month .

6. Botsonic

Our next AI website chatbot, Botsonic , is brought to you by the folks at Writesonic. It allows you to train your own chatbot to engage your site visitors, enhance customer support, improve user engagement, and create a personalized experience. Simply build a knowledge base in Writesonic’s dashboard filled with answers to the most common questions about your business. What’s better? Botsonic integrates with platforms such as Facebook Messenger, Calendly, Slack, and more, allowing you to streamline customer service.

What We Like About Botsonic

• Simple Dashboard: Botsonic is simple, making it easy for users of any skill level to create a custom chatbot
• GPT-4 Based: Botsonic is built upon the latest iteration of OpenAI’s GPT model
• Build a Knowledge Base: Train your chatbot on your data for a more personalized chat experience
• Multi-Language Support: Botsonic supports over 20 languages, making it a great choice for businesses with international customers
• Not Included With Writesonic: Even if you are a Writesonic subscriber, you must purchase a Botsonic subscription separately

Who Is Botsonic Best For?

Botstonic is a great choice for small to medium-sized businesses looking to improve their customer engagement. With the ability to train a chatbot on your information, you can streamline the Q & A process to better serve your customer base. Interesting in knowing more about Botsonic? Check out our complete Botsonic review .

The community reveres Botsonic as a top-notch AI chatbot for its ease of use, customization options, and appearance. However, some say it would be nice to have the option to hand off more complex queries to a live support agent.

Botsonic is available for free with paid plans starting at $20 per month .

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7. Chatbase

Our last AI website chatbot, Chatbase , also allows you to train your own chatbot. It’s the most simple of the three on our list, but that doesn’t mean it’s not full of features. It works by importing your data and then allows you to customize its behavior and appearance. Once completed, you can easily embed it into your website to capture user data. While Chatbase doesn’t have live chat support, it is still a great choice for providing answers to your customer base.

What We Like About Chatbase

• Custom ChatGPT Integration: Chatbase allows users to train ChatGPT on their data for personalized responses
• Multilingual Support: With approximately 95 supported languages, Chatbase enables users to reach users across the globe
• Matches Your Branding: Users can tailor their chatbot’s appearance to match their brand’s style, including customizing themes, profile pictures, and more
• Lead Generation Engine: Chatbase collects user data so you can build your customer lists with ease
• No Human Chat Capability: Chatbase doesn’t allow you to hand customers off to a live representative, which may be a dealbreaker for some

Who Is Chatbase Best For?

Chatbase is best suited for small to medium businesses looking for a user-friendly chatbot solution with robust analytics capabilities, customization options, and multilingual support.

Users love how easy it is to load data into Chatbase but say despite being trained on user data, it occasionally produces incorrect answers.

Chatbase offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $19 per month .

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AI Grammar Tools

Another way to speed up the writing process is to use an AI grammar tool. Also known as an AI grammar checker , AI grammar tools use artificial intelligence to analyze written text for grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, punctuation issues, and sometimes even style and tone inconsistencies. It compares the text to a vast database of grammar and spelling rules and common errors and provides real-time feedback to the user. Let’s take a look at our favorites.

8. Grammarly

🥇 best ai grammar tool overall.

Grammarly is an AI-powered grammar and writing assistant that helps users improve their writing by identifying and correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style errors. Content is the cornerstone of marketing, business communication, and everything in between. Grammarly makes it error-free and ready for the eyes of your most important audiences.

What We Like About Grammarly

• Achieve Perfect Grammar: Real-time grammar and spelling checker
• Settings: Grammarly gives you style and tone suggestions to cater to your writing style
• Plagiarism Detection: Ensure your blog post, paper, or marketing proposal doesn’t include plagiarism
• GrammarlyGO: for generating content that matches your writing style
• Context: Grammarly tends to misunderstand context, especially when text resolves around company names and complex topics

Grammarly is a must for content writers, students, marketing professionals, or anyone looking to improve their grammar and correct mistakes automatically. It checks for plagiarism and integrates with browsers, social media, email, WordPress, and more, making it a versatile proofreading tool.

Who Is Grammarly Best For?

Grammarly suits students, professionals, and writers who want to enhance their writing skills and produce error-free content. If you don’t use it, we recommend trying the free version. Even the free version offers valuable features for all users.

The community loves Grammarly’s integrations, ease of use, and plagiarism checker. However, some say Grammarly occasionally gives them inaccurate suggestions, which is frustrating.

Grammarly offers a free plan that everyone should get, and paid plans start at $12 per month .

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9. Quillbot

Quillbot is an AI-powered paraphrasing and rewriting tool that helps users rephrase and restructure their text while maintaining its original meaning, making it ideal for creating unique, plagiarism-free content. It’s a fantastic rewriter tool if used ethically.

What We Like About Quillbot

• Paraphrasing: Advanced paraphrasing by adjusting words and sentence structure
• Modes: Multiple rewriting modes for a honed output
• Keep the Context: Settings to preserve original meaning and context
• Check for Plagiarism: Add-on plagiarism detection tool
• No AI Content Checker: The downside to Quillbot is that it can’t detect AI-generated content, which may be important to some

Who Is Quillbot Best For?

Quillbot is perfect for content creators who need to rephrase text, create unique content, and avoid plagiarism issues, ensuring content quality and originality.

Reviews love how easy Quillbot is to use. They also brag about the paraphraser tool and the generous free plan. However, some users say there are occasional glitches where it rejects copy.

Quillbot offers a free plan with premium plans starting at $19.95 per month .

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10. Wordtune

Wordtune is another excellent AI chatbot with a wealth of useful features. The rewrite tool gives users alternate ways to word a sentence, offering new ideas and fresh perspectives for creating content. There’s also a translator that can detect up to 9 languages, an AI writing assistant, and a summarizer that can summarize YouTube videos, blog posts, PDFs, and more. Another useful feature is the ability to ask the AI questions and categorize answers in a personalized knowledge base to refer back to when writing.

What We Like About Wordtune

• Rewrite Tool: Perfect writing with Wordtune Rewrite, an AI-powered tool that helps improve your writing/li>
• AI Writing Assistant: Get suggestions from AI while keeping your writing style
• Summarizer: Summarize YouTube videos, blog posts, PDFs, or white papers with ease
• AI Chatbot: Ask AI questions and categorize them in a personalized database for quick referral when writing content
• Online Only: Wordtune is only available on the web and lacks a mobile app

Who Is Wordtune Best For?

SEO writers, content creators, or small business owners will love Wordtune. It allows you to preserve your writing style while receiving tips from AI to improve your content. It also summarizes long-form content or videos, translates text into nine languages, and is incredibly simple.

Wordtune users love the paraphrasing tool, its automatic correcting of spelling and grammatical errors, and its ease of use. However, some reviews state that Wordtune is difficult to cancel.

Wordtune is available for free with paid plans starting at $24.99 per month .

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AI and Plagiarism Detectors

AI detectors are great tools for anyone who wants to check whether AI might have generated a piece of text. They are used by educators, publishers, recruiters, web content writers, and social media moderators to ensure the originality of the content and identify AI-generated text. Similarly, AI plagiarism detectors use AI algorithms to analyze written text and compare it to a vast database of other texts, searching for instances of text that are identical or very similar. They offer a fast and efficient way to detect cases of plagiarism in large volumes of text, making productivity skyrocket.

11. Originality.ai

🥇 best ai and plagiarism detector overall.

Originality.ai is an AI-powered plagiarism detection tool that helps users ensure their content is original and free from plagiarism by scanning and comparing it to billions of web pages and academic databases. Its only job is to compare your content against a large database of already published content. It can even tell you if the provided text is likely created using generative AI .

What We Like About Originality.ai

• Plagiarism Detection: Originality cross-references your content with multiple sources across the web to identify potential plagiarism
• Extensive Database: It gathers information from various sources, including academic essays, books, websites, and research papers, to compare against
• Detailed Similarity Report: The report includes readability scores, scans over 900 billion web pages and databases, and offers the ability to detect AI-written content with high precision
• AI Content Detection: Originality AI detects if written content is likely written by AI
• Occasional False Positives: Originality.AI may produce false positives, incorrectly flagging original or rewritten content as AI-generated

Originality.AI’s combination of AI content detection and plagiarism detection is a perfect companion for content creators, educators, businesses, bloggers, and others looking to ensure that their content is original and of high quality. It’s also very easy to use and is usually spot on, with only occasional glitches.

See our Originality review  article.

Who Is Originality.ai Best For?

Originality.ai is perfect for students, educators, editors, and content creators seeking an AI-powered solution to ensure their work is original, plagiarism-free, and maintains a high standard of integrity.

Originality offers a pay-as-you-go pricing model for a one-time fee of $30 for 3000 credits or a monthly plan for $14.95

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12. Winston AI

Another excellent AI content detection tool is Winston AI . It uses optical character recognition (OCR) to read handwritten and typed documents and can determine if AI was used to create it. It does a great job determining the difference between human and AI-generated content and provides the results in a percentage format. Because it can scan handwritten content, it’s a great tool for educators looking to verify the authenticity of written content.

What We Like About Winston AI

• Accurate Detection: It’s really good at detecting AI content with a high probability score
• OCR Technology: Winston AI can detect both handwritten and typed text
• Printable Reports: Gain powerful insights into the results of the scan with handy printable reports
• No Free Trial for Plagiarism: If users want to use the plagiarism detector, they must sign up for a paid plan

Who Is Winston AI Best For?

Content creators and educators will love Winston AI for its AI content detection. It offers both handwritten and typed AI detection through OCR. The paid version also provides a plagiarism detector, so you can get a handle on any issues before publishing content.

See our Winston AI review for a complete look at this tool.

Although reviews are limited, fans of Winston love the OCR technology. However, they say that scanning content can take some time.

Winston AI offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $18 per month .

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13. GPTZero

GPTZero is another great option for those looking to detect AI-generated content. Developed by a Princeton University student, it’s designed to detect AI written by LLMs at the sentence, paragraph, or document level. It’s generally geared towards student writing in academic environments, so it’s a perfect tool for educators.

What We Like About GPTZero

• Focused on Education: It’s great for educators and students primarily due to the AI model training data
• Multiple AI Model Support: It can detect content generated by various AI models such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, and Bard
• File Upload Support: Users can input text directly or upload files in formats like pdf, doc, or txt
• False Positives: Like any AI tool, GPTZero may produce false positives or negatives in detecting AI-generated content

Who Is GPTZero Best For?

Educators, students, or content creators will love the simplicity of GPTZero. It has a super simple interface, is incredibly accurate at detecting AI-generated content, and is affordable, making it a good choice for those on a tight budget.

GPTZero offers paid plans starting at $15 per month .

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AI Meeting Assistants

If you’re looking for a way to record calls, transcribe audio, or summarize discussions, an AI meeting assistant is a great tool. They can integrate with video conferencing tools like Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams to join meetings, take notes, create transcripts, and track action items easily. They are perfect for increasing meeting productivity and efficiency, often saving time by automating repetitive tasks.

14. Otter AI

🥇 best ai meeting assistant overall.

Otter AI is an advanced transcription service that uses artificial intelligence to provide accurate transcriptions of live meetings. It helps teams save time by taking notes, stamping key moments, and pulling in presentation slides. Everything is searchable across your entire team, so meetings are always well-spent.

What We Like About Otter AI

• Real-Time Transcription: Otter AI provides timestamps with transcription in real-time, so it’s easier to identify important parts of your meetings
• OtterPilot: Capture slides and presentations for notes
• It’s Searchable: Otter AI provides notes you can search to refer back to
• No Filler Word Removal: Unfortunately, Otter AI doesn’t remove filler words like “um” and “ugh,” making it necessary to manually remove them from transcripts

Otter AI is hands down the best meeting transcription software we’ve found. Aside from its occasional hiccups with filler words and difficulty with accents, it serves as an incredible resource for professionals looking to quickly transcribe Zoom calls, Google Meets, or any other online meeting with ease.

We’ve extensively reviewed Otter.ai .

Who Is Otter AI Best For?

Otter.ai benefits journalists, podcasters, and working professionals who require accurate meeting transcriptions, saving them time and allowing them to be more present during discussions.

Fans of Otter AI say it’s great for accurate transcriptions but says it can be buggy at times.

Otter provides a free plan with paid plans starting at $16.99 per month per user.

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14. Airgram

Airgram is an AI-powered tool that provides real-time transcription for online meetings, such as those held on Google Meet, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams. It allows you to focus on the meeting rather than trying to keep up with taking notes. Airgram is also an online meeting space, so you can tackle everything in one place.

What We Like About Airgram

• Record Meetings: Captures video and audio in high-definition
• Auto-Join Meetings: Through an AI assistant, Airgram allows users to automatically join scheduled meetings
• Share Meeting Snippets: You can either share the entire meeting or clip important parts and email them to team members
• Transcribe Meetings: Transcripts are automatically generated in real-time, allowing you to focus on the meeting rather than taking notes
• Integration Challenges: There are occasional glitches with Airgram connecting to Zoom

Meeting Connection: From time to time, Airgram may struggle to connect to Zoom or Google Meet

Who Is Airgram Best For?

We like Airgram for its unique approach to meeting transcriptions. In addition to integrating with Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams, Airgram has its own online meeting software. That way, you can record and transcribe meetings in one place.

Airgram offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $18 per month per user.

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16. Meetgeek

Meetgeek is another excellent AI tool for transcribing your online meetings. With integration with popular software programs such as Clickup , HubSpot , Slack, and Salesforce, Meetgeek is beneficial throughout your workflow. It provides features such as auto-join, generating automated notes and summaries, and post-meeting insights, making it a great choice for busy marketers.

What We Like About Meetgeek

• Automatic Join: Integrates seamlessly with calendars and joins scheduled Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams meetings, whether users are hosts or attendees
• Video Highlights: Creates shareable video clips of important moments in meetings
• Post-Meeting Insights: Provides detailed analytics and insights into meeting performance
• No Real-Time Transcription: Meetgeek doesn’t provide real-time transcriptions, which could be a deal breaker for some

Who Is Meetgeek Best For?

Meetgeek is a great option for remote companies that host many online meetings. It provides robust security, translations for over 20 languages, and nearly instant transcription after meetings end. That said, Otter AI is a better choice if you’re looking for a service that transcribes meetings on the fly.

Users love how Meetgeek quickly transcribes meetings after they conclude but sometimes need help with auto-joining meetings that aren’t scheduled.

Meetgeek offers four plans, including a free basic plan . Paid plans start at $19 per month .

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AI Video Generators and Editors

In the past, creating and editing videos has been a lengthy process. Companies would need to hire or train people to tackle the task, and it would take days, if not weeks, to get the final product. That’s where AI video generators and editors come in. Through the power of generative AI, what once took forever now takes minutes to complete. With so many options popping up seemingly daily, knowing the time to decide can be difficult. No worries, though, because we can help you with that. Here are our top picks for today’s best AI video generators and editors.

17. Descript

🥇 best ai video generator and editor overall.

Descript is an AI-powered text-based video editor that simplifies the process of editing videos by allowing users to edit text instead of manually cutting and splicing video clips. Upload a video, and Descript transcribes it for you immediately. Editors can change the wording and remove filler words based on that transcribed text. Doing so edits your original video or audio. If that’s not magic, then it’s the next best thing.

What We Like About Descript

• Text-to-Video: Text-based video editing inside a doc (but it edits your video)
• Transcribe on the Fly: Automatic transcription of video and audio content
• Top-Notch Audio editing: Great for podcasters and can even support multiple tracks
• AI Voices: Generate realistic voice clones or choose from stock AI voices
• Struggles with Accents: While Descript is really good at what it does, it tends to struggle with different accents

Overall, Descript stands out for its ease of use, affordability, transcription accuracy, powerful features, and collaborative capabilities, making it a valuable tool for content creators looking for professional-quality editing.

See our Descript review for a full look into this amazing tool.

Who Is Descript Best For?

Descript benefits content creators, video editors, and businesses that require high-quality videos and podcasts with easy-to-use editing features and transcription services.

Fans of Descript love how easy it is to use, but say the filler word removal can sometimes leave the voice sounding choppy.

Descript offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $15 per month .

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18. Pictory AI

Pictory AI is an AI-powered video generator that creates visually stunning branded videos from long-form, written content. Give it a URL with your published content, and it can pull it into its AI models. From there, it can choose the best content, create voiceovers, and assign rich media to make a video worth publishing.

What We Like About Pictory

• Generate Shorts: Create Shorts from longer videos
• Generative Videos Effortlessly: Creates videos using stock footage, background music, and AI-generated voiceovers
• Blog-to-Video: Impressive blog-to-video workflow editor
• Automatic Caption Generator: Pictory automatically generates captions which can be turned on or off
• Not for Complex Video Creation: Pictory is excellent at creating quick videos for marketing but may not be the best fit for complex video projects

Who Is Pictory Best For?

Pictory AI is perfect for designers, content creators, and businesses looking for an automated solution to convert long-form text and videos into engaging video content, enhancing visual storytelling.

Pictory users say it consistently generates excellent videos but wish there were more AI voices.

Pictory offers three plans with prices starting at $23 per month .

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19. Synthesia

Synthesia is an AI-powered video avatar generator that allows users to create professional-quality videos in minutes. It generates virtual avatars based on a text script (using Text-to-speech and Text-to-video generation). This means that from single text prompts, Synthesia creates audio voices from it and a matching video with an avatar that is speaking it. That’s double the power rolled up into one AI tool.

What We Like About Synthesia

• Virtual Avatars: Synthesia excels at creating AI-generated virtual avatars
• Easy Text-to-Video UI: Simply describe what you want to create, and Synthesia will create something amazing within minutes
• Professional Quality Video: Create highly professional videos without relying on actors and narrators
• Facial Expressions: Synthesia’s virtual avatars can sometimes lack the facial expressions you’d see with human faces

Who Is Synthesia Best For?

Synthesia caters to larger businesses and marketing teams seeking professional-grade avatar videos for presentations, help documentation, and more, enhancing communication and engagement.

See our Synthesia review  to see how it works.

Synthesia users love the efficiency of customer support and ease of use with video creation. However, some say that AI voices can sound robotic.

Synthesia offers three plans with prices starting at $22 per month .

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AI Art Generators

One of the hottest trends in generative AI is AI art generators. They allow you to create images, logos, and vector art through a text prompt. Images can typically encompass different styles, such as photorealistic or vector, and save incredible amounts of time for the end user. Some art generators, like Firefly, allow you to generate artwork and use generative fill to add or subtract elements. Here are our top picks of all the AI tools we tested.

20. Adobe Firefly

🥇 best ai art generator overall.

Adobe Firefly is another great option for creating AI art. It encompasses several tools, including generative fill , text-to-image creation, 3D text effects, and generative recolor. Firefly is available as a web-based application or through Photoshop or Illustrator .

What We Like About Adobe Firefly

• Trained on Adobe Stock: Firefly is trained on royalty-free and Adobe Stock images, so there’s no concern over copyright issues
• Integration With Adobe Apps: Firefly works as a standalone app, but also works with Photoshop and Illustrator
• 4 Ways to Create: Adobe Firefly has four incredible tools to create images and text, recolor vector art, and edit existing images with AI
• Prompt Handling: Adobe Firefly still has a ways to go when it comes to deciphering user prompts

Adobe Firefly is a full-featured AI art generator with several tools to create and edit images, text, and vector art. The text-to-image feature allows users to generate images with a text prompt. Similarly, the generative fill feature allows you to add or edit elements in your photos, while the Generative Recolor tool lets you create variations of your artwork with different color schemes. Finally, the Text Effects tool helps you create interesting text effects. Adobe is doing AI the right way, thanks to its training data consisting of royalty-free and Adobe Stock images.

Who Is Adobe Firefly Best For?

Firefly is a great option for those looking for various ways to create artwork. Users can generate images with a text prompt, change the look and feel of vector art with recoloring, create stunning text effects, and edit existing photos. We love that Adobe’s AI is trained on royalty-free and Adobe Stock images, so there’s no worry about copyright infringement. Firefly integrates into Creative Cloud products, such as Photoshop and Illustrator, making it a useful companion for busy creatives.

Adobe Firefly users love its integration with Photoshop but say weird artifacts exist in some photos.

You can try Adobe Firefly for free online or subscribe to Adobe Creative Cloud starting at $20.99 per month .

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21. Midjourney

Midjourney is an AI text-to-image generator that allows users to create unique and captivating visuals for various purposes, including social media, websites, and marketing materials. Users can start with Midjourney on their discord server by creating an account.

What We Like About Midjourney

• Text to Image: Text prompt to AI image generation
• Detailed Prompts: Midjouney provides endless potential with prompts and four images per prompt output
• High-Resolution Output: Midjourney’s AI art is unrivaled, thanks to its high-resolution output, making it stand out above the others
• Discord Based: It would be nice if the folks at Midjourney moved away from the Discord server that houses it. If you aren’t using a private chat room, your query will easily get lost in the shuffle

Who Is Midjourney Best For?

Midjourney is the ultimate choice for those seeking to create stunning AI-generated images that leave a lasting impression on viewers. See how we used ChatGPT and Midjourney to create a Divi landing page .

Users love the versatility of Midjourney, especially the varying types of art that can be created with it. However, most wish it wasn’t based on a Discord server.

Midjourney offers plans starting at $10 per month .

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Looka is an AI-powered logo maker and brand guide builder. It can help create brand colors, logos, and other marketing collateral using the power and efficiency of AI. If creating an entire brand seems daunting, give Looka a try.

What We Like About Looka

• Logo Choices: Generate dozens of AI logo designs and pick your favorite (download in SVG, PNG, and EPS)
• Branding: Match logo with brand colors and font to create a well-rounded visual brand
• Template Choices: Apply your brand to more than 300 templates for easy collateral creation (invoices, email signatures, business cards)
• Basic: The one downside to Looka is the basic icons. It would be nice to see some more complex logo options

Purchase logos for as little as $20 (.png only) or build ongoing brand assets for $96 per year .

23. Magic Studio

Magic Studio is an AI-powered design tool that enables users to create stunning visuals, including social media posts, product images, and other graphics in just a few clicks.

What We Like About Magic Studio

• AI-generated Images: Create works of art using a text prompt
• Magic Eraser: Removes unwanted objects in photos
• Background Remover: Remove entire backgrounds from the subject of a photo
• Image Enlarger: Scale up images with AI without loss in quality
• Limiting Free Plan: To use features like Image Upscaler, Photobooth, and Magic Eraser, you must upgrade to a paid plan

Who Is Magic Studio Best For?

Magic Studio makes it easy for creators to design visually appealing graphics without advanced design skills or expensive software, unleashing their creative potential.

Reviews are limited for Magic Studio, but the consensus amongst the few is that the AI image generation is good, but the pricing is too high.

Magic Studio offers free image creation with paid plans starting at $19.99 per month .

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24. Illustroke

Illustroke is a powerful AI-powered tool that helps designers easily create stunning and unique illustrations. While other tools make standard .jpg images, this tool produces editable vectors you can rework and resize once downloaded.

What We Like About Illustroke

• Create Illustrations: AI-generated illustrations with or without color
• Commercial Images: You can use images commercially with no attribution required
• API: Create your own version for bulk, automatic creation of illustrations
• Generates Multiple Images: Four vector options per prompt / token
• No Free Version: To use Illustroke, you have to purchase a plan. They do give out free tokens, but you must follow their social media and send them a message to get them

Who Is Illustroke Best For?

Illustroke is tailored for web designers, illustrators, and creative professionals seeking to create striking illustrative designs with the help of AI, streamlining the design process.

Illustroke offers plans starting at $6 for 50 tokens .

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AI Voice Generators

Those who convert written text into a voice should look at AI voice generators. They use artificial intelligence and deep learning to turn text into a natural-sounding human voice. They are trained on large amounts of data, linguistic and acoustic modeling, and waveform (wav) generation. Our top three are the best at what they do and are affordable for most.

25. Play.ht

🥇 best ai voice generator overall.

Play.ht is another AI-powered text-to-speech tool that enables users to convert their written content into realistic and natural-sounding audio, perfect for podcasts, audiobooks, and more. It offers a reliable voice generator with additional editing tools to make it sound more human.

What We Like About Play.ht

• High-Quality: Play.ht text-to-speech model is one of the best around
• AI Voices: Wide range of voices and languages
• Audio Editing: Play.ht comes with multiple tools to fine-tune AI voices
• Cost: Play.ht charges per character, so long-form text will eat through your credits pretty quickly

We like Play.ht primarily for the quality (and quantity) of its AI voices. With over 900 AI voices, there’s a good chance you’ll find one you like. Plus, you can adjust pronunciations and other aspects of a generated voice to truly personalize it. To make things even better, it’s easy to use, too.

Who Is Play.ht Best For?

Play.ht appeals to podcasters and audio-focused creators who want to transform text-based content into captivating audio formats, expanding their audience reach and accessibility.

Play.ht users are impressed with the output, especially in languages other than English. However, some users say it may take several tries to get the AI voice where you want it, using up valuable character credits.

Play.ht offers a great free plan with paid plans starting at $39 per month .

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Fliki is an AI-powered voice generation tool that turns written text into high-quality audio content. It also can pull images and b-roll videos from blogs and other sources and use them to create simple voiceover videos. Built by the same team behind the popular Rytr AI writing software.

What We Like About Fliki

• Increase Productivity: A blog-to-video creation workflow
• Media Assets: Stock media library, including images, video clips, and background music
• Voice Options: 1300+ TTS voiceover voices in 75+ languages
• Free Plan: Fliki’s free offering is not great due to video time limitations.

Who Is Fliki Best For?

Fliki is a game-changer for content creators, marketers, and businesses looking to create engaging videos based on written text and static media, amplifying their storytelling capabilities.

The community loves how easy it is to use but says the free plan should come with more than 5 minutes of video creation.

Fliki offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $8 per month .

27. Murf.AI

Up next is Murf.AI , a multi-functional AI voice tool. With most voice generators, it’s easy to tell it’s not human. This is not the case with Murf.AI. It offers over 120 realistic AI voices with different characteristics and styles, so finding one that suits your needs is guaranteed. What makes Murf.AI unique is its video capability. Although it’s not a traditional AI video generator, it does have millions of media assets, such as music, images, and video to help you create an effective video for social media, the web, and more.

What We Like About Murf.AI

• AI Voices: Choose from 120+ realistic AI voices
• Adjustments: Murf.AI provides plenty of ways to edit a voice, including changing pitch, tone, and style
• Simple Interface: One of Murf’s features is the simplistic dashboard
• Free Plan: The free version gives you access to most features but leaves out downloads

Who Is Murf.AI Best For?

People looking to dip into the AI pool will benefit most from Murf.AI. The free plan grants full access, minus downloads, to check out all features. Its ease of use, realistic-sounding voices, and support for 20 languages make it a great option.

Murf.AI users like the variety of AI voices and options with paid plans. However, no free downloads for free users is a sticking point.

Murf.AI offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $29 per month .

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28. Lovo AI

Lovo AI is an AI-powered text-to-speech generator that allows users to convert written text into natural-sounding audio in various voices and languages. Simply load up written content, and Lovo transforms that into AI-generated audio using TTS technology.

What We Like About Lovo AI

• AI Voices: 500+ natural-sounding voices at different pricing tiers
• Multilingual: 100+ languages supported
• Editing Options: Customizable speech settings and granular voice control
• Support: One downside to Lovo is the lack of ticketed support for free or Basic plan members. To get support, you must be at least a Pro plan member

Who Is Lovo AI Best For?

Lovo AI is ideal for content creators, educators, and businesses requiring high-quality audio content for applications like audiobooks, podcasts, and e-learning materials, simplifying audio production.

Fans of Lovo call it shockingly good. However, the voice selection for lower-tiered plans could be better.

Lovo AI offers a free trial with paid plans starting at $29 per month .

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AI Website Builders

Before the introduction of generative AI, building a website required knowledge of coding and design principles or hiring a professional. Thanks to artificial intelligence, that’s no longer the case. AI website builders can help you generate text, images, code, and sometimes entire layouts. Some allow you to create websites with a simple text prompt, while others require a more hands-on approach.

🥇 Best AI Website Builder Overall

Wix AI is an AI website builder that allows people with no design experience to build a website quickly and efficiently. It asks a series of questions to learn more about your business and provides a few design options based on your answers. By the end of the process, you’ll have a fully functional, expertly designed website ready to launch.

What We Like About Wix

• It’s Easy to Use: After a few simple questions, you’ll have a complete website with no need to code or design anything on your own
• Ecommerce Capable: One of the best features of Wix is that it is fully supported for eCommerce
• It’s a Time Saver: Designing and building a website usually takes days or weeks, but with Wix, you can be up and running in minutes
• Customize: After your website is generated, you can make design and text changes as you see fit
• Locked-in Pricing: Wix AI is a great tool for building websites. But as you need more tools (like bookings, eCommerce, etc.), you’ll get locked into the eco-system and have to pay more and more.

Wix offers a blend of speed, ease of use, customization options, and is mobile responsive out of the box. Whether you are a beginner looking for a simple AI website builder or an experienced user who needs to launch a website fast, Wix provides a user-friendly experience with powerful features.

Want to learn more about Wix? Check out our in-depth review .

Who Is Wix ADI Best For?

WixI is an excellent choice for beginners or those who lack design and coding skills. It offers a fast and easy way to build a website, making it perfect for users who want a beautiful website fast, but lack the skill to do it.

Wix is praised for its ease of use, templates, and features. However, some say that add-ons for Wix could be better.

Wix offers four plans with prices starting at $17 per month .

30. Divi AI

Up first on our shortlist of the best AI website builders is Divi AI . Built on impressive AI models, Divi AI can generate and rewrite text specific to your site, create incredible images, and even generate CSS and custom code. Divi AI integrates seamlessly with Elegant Themes’ no-code Visual Builder , so you can easily build websites on the front end. Combined with Divi’s impressive Theme Builder and thousands of pre-made layouts , Divi AI provides the perfect solution for building a WordPress website fast.

Want something better? Divi AI helps agencies and business owners create websites faster with complete page builds. Describe the web page you want Divi AI to build, and it’ll create an entire page, section by section. This includes text and custom images for each section. When Divi AI is done creating your page, everything is editable via the visual builder. Plus, you can layer in Divi AI to generate specific sections of text or images to dial things in further.

What We Like About Divi AI

• Build Whole Webpages: Divi AI generates pages in the snap of a finger. Instead of starting from a blank page or prebuilt template, it creates a bespoke page that suits your description of what you need.
• Auto-Generate Content: Divi AI generates text, images, or entire design modules with a single click. It identifies surrounding content on your site and generates content specific to your site’s niche.
• Generates Images: Divi AI uses Stable Diffusion to generate images with a text prompt. It can learn from your page to produce highly relevant and on-brand images.
• Refine Existing Images: Using a reference image, Divi AI analyzes and improves the existing content based on your text prompt. You can make subtle changes or completely overhaul an image while preserving composition and style.
• Code Generation: Divi AI’s coding assistant is trained specifically on Divi’s code, so generating CSS to change a page’s design is a breeze.
• Unlimited Generations: Divi AI isn’t based on credits or restricted to a set number of generations per month. It’s truly unlimited, meaning you can generate as much text, images, and code as you want.
• Image Generation: Getting the perfect image may take a few tries. That said, Divi AI gives you unlimited generations, so take that into consideration.

Who Is Divi AI Best For?

Divi AI is an excellent option for anyone wanting to build custom web pages with artificial intelligence. It focuses on generating website-specific content and images and integrates seamlessly with the Divi Builder.

The community loves how Divi is constantly being upgraded and improved, as well as the features it provides. However, some say the learning curve is steep.

Divi AI is available for $24 per month with your Elegant Themes subscription. New users must sign up for ET, with prices starting at $89 per year .

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31. Framer AI

Another excellent AI tool for building your website is Framer AI . It offers suggestions for images, graphics, colors, and fonts and streamlines the website creation process. Unlike other AI website builders, it requires some manual adjustments, but the UI is easy to use. Framer AI also comes with templated sections and pre-built pages, so getting your site up and running quickly is easy.

What We Like About Framer AI

• Fully Functional CMS: Framer is a complete content management system (CMS), so you can maintain complete control over your site and its content
• AI-Powered Builder: Generate images, text, and code with a text prompt
• SEO and Performance: Framer includes essential features like sitemaps, robots.txt files, custom metadata, compressed code, and images, as well as caching
• Animations: Through Framer Motion, users can generate animations for design elements, including modals, carousels, SVG animations, and more
• Learning Curve: While somewhat user-friendly, there is a learning curve to overcome

Who Is Framer AI Best For?

Framer AI is a powerful website generation tool with tons of features. You can choose from pre-built sections and pages or create your own with a text prompt. However, Framer is best suited for developers who know their way around websites. The learning curve is steeper than other tools, so coding knowledge may be required. For those needing a more user-friendly option, try Divi AI. Want to learn more about Framer, check out our in-depth review .

Framer users praise its user experience, animations, and code generation. On the other hand, some say beginners will need help with learning the software.

Framer offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $5 per month .

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32. Hostinger AI Website Builder

Hostinger offers an AI-driven website builder that makes building and designing a website easy, even for those with no coding experience. The AI tool uses data and algorithms to suggest design elements and layouts, speeding up the process of creating a professional-looking website.

What We Like About Hostinger

• Quick Setup : Answer a few questions about your business, and the AI will craft a starter website for you.
• Comprehensive AI tools : From image generators to SEO tools, AI can help customize the website and improve search engine performance.
• eCommerce Functionality : Easily set up an online store to sell and manage products.
• Intuitive Customization : After the AI sets up your site, tweak your website using an intuitive interface and a guided setup.
• Mobile Editor : Customize your website on the go.
• Limited Header Customization: You can only select one header layout, limiting your ability to create a unique branding style. However, this feature has been reported to be coming soon.

Why We Picked It

Hostinger AI Website Builder stands out for its value for money and comprehensive features. Its sophisticated AI tools and eCommerce capabilities make it a top choice for anyone looking to establish a strong online presence quickly and efficiently.

Who Is Hostinger Best For?

This platform is ideal for small businesses or anyone needing a website but without the time or skills to build one from scratch. It’s especially beneficial for those seeking a straightforward way to launch and manage their online business on a limited budget.

Hostinger is widely appreciated for its user-friendly interface, comprehensive features, and excellent customer support.

Hostinger AI Website Builder offers two plans with prices starting at $2.99 per month .

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AI Coding Assistants

When embarking on creating websites, there are times when a customized solution is needed. In the past, creating a plugin for WordPress or styling components of your site with code would require the help of a developer. With the introduction of AI coding assistants , less tech-savvy people can accomplish these tasks independently. AI coding assistants take the guesswork out of coding by writing it for you. They can generate code based on text prompts or guide you as you write it yourself. There are many options to consider, so we’ve narrowed it down to give you the best options. Here are our top picks.

33. GitHub Copilot

🥇 best ai coding assistant overall.

GitHub Copilot is an AI-powered coding assistant that helps developers write code faster and more efficiently by suggesting relevant code snippets and completing lines of code based on the user’s input. Let it auto-complete routine lines and even offer up suggestions. Works with every programming language imaginable.

What We Like About GitHub Copilot

• Generate Code With a Command: AI-assisted code generation via command prompts
• Programming Language Support: Works with many different programming languages
• Works With Popular IDEs: Integrates with popular IDEs (Visual Studio, Neovim, VS Code)
• OpenAI Based: Trained on OpenAI’s Codex model
• Incorrect Suggestions: While Copilot is impressive, it can sometimes suggest incorrect or inefficient code, leading to potential errors

Github Copilot gives developers real-time code suggestions, making the process faster, especially for repetitive tasks. It’s also a great learning tool for new coders, allowing them to learn best practices when creating code snippets. Copilot also does a great job with context and provides relevant suggestions, leading to fewer coding errors.

Who Is GitHub Copilot Best For?

GitHub Copilot caters to developers, programmers, and software engineers who want to revolutionize their coding processes, reduce time spent on repetitive tasks, and accelerate project completion.

People, especially beginners, love how effective Copilot is in helping them learn to code. On the other hand, it will occasionally produce inaccurate results.

CoPilot can be added to Github’s free plan for an add-on price of $10 per month .

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CodeWP is an AI-powered WordPress code generator that helps developers of all skill levels create and extend WordPress websites faster than ever. With CodeWP.ai, you can generate code for various tasks, use pre-made and vetted code snippets, and write secure and efficient code up to WordPress standards.

What We Like About CodeWP

• Code for WordPress: AI-driven WordPress code generation (PHP, CSS, HTML, JS)
• Generate Code for Plugins: WordPress code generation + for your favorite plugins
• Code Library: Pre-made and vetted code snippets are available
• Code Accuracy: Secure, efficient, and compliant code
• Understanding User Requests: Some users find that CodeWP may not always understand requests as accurately as desired, especially compared to other tools like ChatGPT

Who Is CodeWP Best For?

WordPress design agencies, freelancers, and advanced owners of even single websites can benefit from rapid code generation for CodeWP. It creates simple code snippets that extend the customizability of your WordPress install. Plus, it saves everything for future use on other sites that you might have. This is especially great for agencies creating many websites that might share some functionality.

CodeWP offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $28 per month .

35. Tabnine

Our last AI coding assistant, Tabnine , is an excellent choice for developers who use multiple coding languages. With support for Python, Java, JavaScript, PHP, and others, Tabnine can help craft perfect code for any project. It offers smart completion suggestions as you type, improving productivity and reducing coding errors. Tabnine’s best feature is its ability to learn from your coding style. It’s also built upon permissive open-source licenses, so you don’t have to worry about how your code can be used and distributed.

What We Like About Tabnine

• Error Detection: The Code Listing feature allows users to identify and fix errors easily
• Code Refactoring: Tabnine uses code refactoring to enhance code its structure and implement it without altering the functionality
• Generates Documentation on the Fly: Tabnine automatically generates Documentation as you code, helping new coders understand what the code does
• It’s Resource Heavy: The one downside to Tabnine is that it’s a resource hog. It requires a fairly beefy computer to run, so those with older computers may struggle

Who Is Tabnine Best For?

If you work on complex code bases and need to double-check your code as you work, then Tabnine may be a good fit. With extensive programming language support and IDE integration, it’s a good coding companion for writing clean code.

Tabnine users like the multi-language support, autocompletion feature, and time-saving features. However, some users say to watch out for coding errors that will sometimes occur.

Tabnine offers two paid plans starting at $12 per month .

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AI eCommerce & Sales

Managing an online store or building sales leads can take a lot of work. Keeping up with customer orders, identifying sales trends, and optimizing pricing strategies takes time and effort that some people don’t have. That’s where artificial intelligence comes in handy. It can help you prioritize the important things while automating the more time-draining tasks, freeing you up to concentrate on growing your sales. Our top picks give you the tools to boost revenue or build sales leads so you’ll have more time to focus on other tasks.

36. Retention Science

🥇 best ai ecommerce tool overall.

Retention Science is an AI-driven customer retention tool that helps businesses analyze customer behavior, personalize marketing campaigns, and improve customer loyalty. It connects directly to a store’s data layer to power individualized email marketing campaigns, broad segmentation , and analytics/reporting using advanced AI and Machine Learning (ML).

What We Like About Retention Science

• Get Powerful Insights into Customer Behavior: AI-powered customer behavior analysis
• Personalize Email Campaigns: Improve customer retention throughout the sales funnel
• Dedicated Success Managers: Get help setting up this very technical system
• Limited Features Compared to Other AI Tools: Some users may find that Retention Science has limitations compared to other tools

Retention Science provides personalized marketing for email testing and targeting, helping customers boost customer engagement and retention. It also is very user-friendly, making it easy to navigate for beginners. Plus, the insights offer valuable guidance that can aid in boosting your marketing strategies overall.

Who Is Retention Science Best For?

Retention Science is designed for large eCommerce brands aiming to improve customer retention rates, foster customer loyalty, and drive growth through data-driven insights and personalized marketing efforts.

Users say Retention Science excels at personalized marketing, is user-friendly, and easily integrates with their workflows. However, some say the tool takes a while to truly learn.

Retention Science offers custom pricing only via a sales representative.

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37. Ecommerce Booster by Semrush

eCommerce Booster by Semrush is an AI tool that helps you optimize your product pages and drive sales. It’s designed to optimize Shopify websites by providing actionable insights, generating AI content, and analyzing up to 25 product pages on the free plan. Some features include actionable to-do lists, suggestions to improve desktop and mobile versions, and audits with email notifications.

What We Like About eCommerce Booster

• Enhances Accessibility: eCommerce Booster includes a section dedicated to improving site accessibility, making suggestions like adding alt tags to images and customizing color settings for improved readability
• AI Boost: It uses AI to solve smaller tasks and provides easy-to-follow breakdowns of tasks, then tracks progress through weekly audits
• Action Plans: After completing audits, eCommerce Booster provides actionable plans to help turn browsers into buyers
• AI Generator: Generate SEO-boosting product descriptions and meta descriptions for your Shopify products
• Cost: Although eCommerce Booster is relatively affordable at $29.99 per month, those looking to add features will require Semrush Pro, which runs $129.95 per month

Who Is eCommerce Booster Best For?

Shopify store owners looking to increase customer engagement and boost sales will love eCommerce Booster. Between the AI text generator for product descriptions and the actionable insights, it gives store owners what they need to increase their revenue.

Semrush users praise the tool for keyword research, its AI features, and detailed reporting. However, some say the price for pro plans is hard to digest.

eCommerce Booster is available for free with a paid plan for $29.99 per month .

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38. Seamless.ai

Our last eCommerce AI tool is Seamless AI . It’s a powerful AI tool designed for business-to-business (B2B) sales professionals, offering real-time search to connect with the right customers for your business. It provides accurate, up-to-date contact information with verifiable leads so you. can start building prospect lists to build your brick-and-mortar or online sales.

What We Like About Seamless.ai

• Real-Time Search Engine: Build B2B sales leads with current contact info for verified decision-makers
• Chrome Extension: With this extension, users can easily find phone numbers and emails, enabling them to find good leads anywhere on the internet
• Integrations: Connecting your favorite tools allows you to avoid the back-and-forth dealing with multiple tools
• AI Writer Tool (premium only): Helps write sales-oriented copy for reps and generates social media marketing copy to boost sales
• Email Verification: Free and Basic plans lack email verification, requiring users to verify the validity of emails themselves, which defeats the purpose of the software

Who Is Seamless.ai Best For?

B2B marketers looking to improve their in-store or online sales will like Seamless AI. It allows you to get ahead in cold outreach and provides generative AI tools like Autopilot and User Buyer Intent so you can easily find good leads. However, to fully take advantage of all Seamless offers, it’s best to purchase the Premium plan, which is a bit pricey. Want to learn more about Seamless? Check out our in-depth product review .

Seamless users love the simplicity of the interface and customer support. However, some say the Chrome extension only sometimes works as intended.

Seamless AI offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $147 per month .

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AI SEO Tools

When it comes to search engine optimization (SEO) , marketers and content creators can spend nearly endless amounts of time optimizing for it. With artificial intelligence involved, it’s easier than ever to streamline SEO. They can help automate tasks like keyword research, content optimization, and generating SEO-rich content to improve your site’s position in the search engine ranking pages (SERPs) .

After researching all the best AI tools available, here are our top picks:

39. Surfer SEO

🥇 best ai seo tool overall.

Surfer SEO is an AI-driven search engine optimization tool that helps users analyze and optimize their content for better search rankings and increased organic traffic. Use it to start your content creation process by researching SERPs and creating content briefs with complete outlines. Once the content is created, Surfer compares it against the top articles in the SERPs using natural language processing (NPL) and gives you suggestions on how to beat the competition.

What We Like About Surfer SEO

• Real-Time Content Analysis: Enhance blog posts with real-time content analysis and optimization in the Surfer editor.
• Keyword Research: Discover the best keywords based on actual SERP data and keyword volume
• Grow Flow: Analyzes your website continuously, searching for content decay and quick-wins
• Pricing: Surfer SEO’s pricing might be considered high for some users, especially for advanced plans

Surfer SEO provides data-driven insights by analyzing top-ranking pages, making optimizing SEO content more effective. It offers a user-friendly interface, so beginners won’t feel overwhelmed. Additionally, Surfer SEO’s comprehensive feature set, such as the content editor, keyword research tool, AI outline generator, and SEO audit tool, makes improving your site’s SEO easy.

Who Is Surfer SEO Best For?

Surfer SEO is ideal for digital marketers, content creators, and website owners aiming to optimize their content, boost search engine rankings, and outperform competitors in search results.

Fans of Surfer SEO love the content writer, integrations, and ability to create topic clusters. However, some say the cost is too high.

Premium plans start at $89 per month .

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40. Alli AI

Alli AI is an AI-powered SEO tool that helps optimize websites, improve search rankings, and increase organic traffic by providing actionable insights and recommendations. With a simple embed script (or WordPress plugin), Alli can start tweaking your entire website from its easy-to-use dashboard. It offers suggestions and rapidly (and dynamically) applies changes across your website.

What We Like About Alli AI

• Optimization Tools: Site-speed optimization that works overtop your website (no matter your CMS or builder)
• Bulk-Optimize: Bulk on-page optimization via content recommendations
• A/B Testing: Easy to deploy A/B testing designed for SEO
• Interface: Alli AI’s interface is rather clunky, making navigating it challenging for some

Who Is Alli AI Best For?

Alli AI is an excellent choice for agencies managing multiple websites aiming to improve search rankings and drive new organic traffic, thanks to its AI-powered SEO optimization.

Alli AI users love the keyword focus suggestions, keyword tracking, and support but say it needs to clarify which images are missing alt tags.

Alli AI offers a 10-day free trial with paid plans starting at $299 per month .

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41. Rank Math Pro

Rank Math is an AI-powered SEO plugin for WordPress that helps users optimize their content, insert schema markup, and drive more organic website traffic. Many website owners trust Rank Math to provide detailed and accurate feedback concerning website content and technical SEO. Rank Math works like a charm and pulls in AI tools to create content that ranks.

What We Like About Rank Math Pro

• On-page SEO Analysis: Gives you an easy-to-understand scorecard for understanding how to improve on-page SEO
• Keyword Optimization: Analyzes keywords on a page-by-page basis
• Schema Markup Support: Insert schema markup on pages and across elements site-wide
• Content AI: Useful for on-page content suggestions
• Divi Theme Integration: Works with the front end (Visual Builder) and back end so you can adjust SEO while building and editing pages
• Technical Challenges: A few users have reported technical issues with the plugin, such as frequent reconfirmation of registration for the Pro version and lack of response from support channels

Who Is Rank Math Pro Best For?

Rank Math is a favorite among website owners, bloggers, and content creators using WordPress to optimize their content for better search rankings and increased organic traffic. It’s one of our favorites. Check out our Rank Math review .

The community loves Rank Math for its ease of use and one-click migration from other WordPress SEO plugins. However, some say the support could be better.

Rank Math Pro offers three paid plans, with prices starting at $5.75 per month .

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42. Pro Rank Tracker

Pro Rank Tracker is an AI-driven search engine optimization tool that helps businesses improve their online visibility by tracking keyword rankings and providing insightful reports. Connect it with your Google Search Console (GSC) account, and it starts pulling in all the data points. Best of all, it tracks and displays ranking history so you can tell how your websites are performing over time.

What We Like About Pro Rank Tracker

• Daily Keyword Rank Tracking: Provides real-time keyword tracking, historical data analysis, and up-to-date results to track search rankings effectively
• Collaboration: Pro Rank Tracker provides sub-accounts, perfect for agencies managing client accounts
• SERP Tracker: See movement in the top 100 results
• Local Tracking: While Pro Rank Tracker does feature local SEO tools, it’s not the easiest thing to set up

Who Is Pro Rank Tracker Best For?

Pro Rank Tracker appeals to businesses, digital marketers, and SEO professionals looking to monitor website performance, optimize content, and stay ahead of competitors in the ever-changing digital landscape.

Fans of Pro Rank Tracker say creating reports is effortless, but understanding them is a different story.

Pro Rank Tracker comes with a free plan with paid plans starting at $49 per month .

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AI Marketing Automation

As marketing professionals, it is sometimes difficult to manage everything you have to do in a day. Thankfully, AI marketing automation tools can help with that. Given that AI algorithms excel at handling large amounts of data, it makes perfect sense why marketing automation can benefit from their capabilities. These tools can help determine the best campaigns for particular groups, provide incredible data insights, accurately predict campaign results, and allow you to dynamically adjust your strategies.

43. Freshworks Freddy AI

🥇 best ai marketing automation tool overall.

Freshworks Freddy AI is an AI-powered and CRM-driven marketing automation tool seamlessly connected to the Freshworks CRM. Its purpose is to help sales teams understand customer relationships and automate repetitive tasks, ultimately enhancing customer engagement. If you’re already using Freshworks, then Freddy becomes a natural AI tool to integrate and grow into.

What We Like About Freshworks Freddy AI

• Lead Scoring: AI-calculated lead scoring for sales teams
• Predict the Likelihood of Closing Deals: Predicted deal closing score with next-step suggestions
• High-Level Data Analyzation: Analyze full-funnel data to learn what is working best
• Automation: It automates the sales process, allowing sales teams more time for selling by handling tasks like customer data management, workflow management, and interaction tracking
• Pricing Structure: Freshwork’s pricing structure can be confusing due to the different plans available, especially for beginners not knowing where to start

Freshworks Freddy AI can improve efficiency, automate tedious marketing tasks, provide personalized decision-making insights, and completely transform customer service practices.

Who Is Freshworks Freddy AI Best For?

Freshsales users love it for its features compared to cost but say support can be frustrating.

Freshworks Freddy AI starts at $18 per month per user.

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Ocoya is an AI-powered social media tool that goes beyond traditional automation by helping businesses automate their social posting. More than that, Ocoya offers thousands of social media templates paired with a trained AI writer to assist you in creating standout graphics for your social media presence.

What We Like About Ocoya

• AI Content Generation: Easily design eye-catching images, generate short-form videos, and create engaging graphics and captions using AI analysis to optimize hashtags and caption
• Automation: Automate content creation and publishing with features like RSS posting and action links powered by AI
• Cross-Platform Scheduling: Manage social media presence across multiple social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn
• eCommerce Integrations: Integrate your favorite software for product-based marketing assets
• Analytics: Ocoya offers basic analytics, but insights aren’t as comprehensive as other tools

Who Is Ocoya Best For?

Ocoya is a dream for businesses and eCommerce ventures seeking effortless social media content creation and scheduling to boost their online presence.

Users love the interface’s simplicity, templates, and social media management capabilities. However, they will there were more supported languages for the AI copywriting tool.

Ocoya offers four plans starting at $19 per month .

45. Adzooma

Adzooma is an AI-driven marketing and advertising tool that simplifies and optimizes digital marketing campaigns across multiple channels. Touching almost every aspect of marketing, it can significantly improve efficiency for individuals or teams. By seamlessly connecting your Search and Social ad platforms, Adzooma pulls in data and facilitates the launch of new campaigns. Moreover, it empowers you to maximize your ad initiatives by suggesting changes for increased ROI.

What We Like About Adzooma

• Review Management: Manage local listings and reviews from one dashboard powered by AI insights
• Campaign Creation: AI-powered Ad campaign creation and optimization across ad platforms
• Robust Insights: SEO performance insights with action steps
• No API: Adzooma doesn’t offer API integration, which may be limiting for some users

Who Is Adzooma Best For?

Adzooma is the top choice for digital marketers, small business owners, and agencies who need AI-powered insights and dashboards to make informed decisions across marketing initiatives.

Users appreciate Adzooma’s campaign management tools, but navigating between accounts can be frustrating.

Adzooma comes with a free plan with paid plans starting at $99 per month .

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AI Advertising Tools

Running ads for your business is crucial in finding and retaining new customers. In this context, AI advertising tools play a pivotal role by assisting users with everything from writing copy to presenting campaigns to the right customers. The utility of artificial intelligence in advertising is evident for a few reasons. Firstly, it can analyze large chunks of data; secondly, it aids in managing and optimizing performance, ultimately leading to increased revenue. Now, let’s delve into our top choices for AI advertising.

🥇 Best AI Advertising Tool Overall

Pencil is an AI-driven tool that specializes in generating creative ad designs, copy, and ideas to help businesses create high-performing digital advertising campaigns. This platform excels in doing this one thing really well. If other AI social content creators haven’t met your expectations, Pencil might be the solution you’ve been looking for.

What We Like About Pencil

• Generate Ads With AI: Ad ideas and designs built using AI
• Predict Success Rate: AI predictions of performance before you spend a cent
• Analyze Ads: Pencil helps with ad analytics and provides suggestions to improve them
• Create Media Assets Pencil creates ads at several dimensions for multi-platform use
• Requires Quality Content: Users must input good data into Pencil for maximum performance. Without quality input, the generated ad creatives may not perform as expected

Marketers and content creators who typically struggle to develop good ad copy will love Pencil. It uses powerful generative AI to streamline ad creation, improve ad performance, and provide insights into making ad campaigns more efficient.

Who Is Pencil Best For?

Pencil is ideal for in-house marketing teams and agencies looking to create captivating digital ads using AI at every stage, delivering highly effective campaigns.

Plans start at $14 monthly .

47. Copy.ai

Copy.ai is a multi-purpose writing tool that excels in generating all types of content, including products, ads, blog headlines, social media content, and more. Built on OpenAI’s GPT large language model (LLM), it helps users write more effective copy. Furthermore, with support for over 25 languages, Copy AI emerges as the ultimate writing assistant for creating effective ads.

What We Like About Copy.ai

• It’s Beginner Friendly: Getting started with Copy.ai is easy enough for anyone to use
• Multiple Options & Templates: Users appreciate the multiple options and templates available in Copy.ai, enhancing creativity and flexibility in content creation
• Brand Voice: This AI tool ensures your messaging is consistent with your brand’s voice across all generated content
• Content Quality: Generated copy may require additional editing, as all AI tools tend to sound robotic at times

Who Is Copy.ai Best For?

Marketers and content creators who need a versatile writing tool will benefit from Copy.ai. Whether you need to generate copy for ad campaigns, blog posts, or anything in between, Copy.ai proves to be a valuable asset. Moreover, the Brand Voice feature is an excellent time-saver when trying to crank out multiple ads at once.

The community says Copy.ai is great for generating and improving all types of copy but can sometimes generate inaccurate results.

Copy.ai offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $49 per month .

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48. AdCreative

AdCreative is a cutting-edge AI tool that revolutionizes ad creation. Featuring a user-friendly interface, AI-powered ad creation, and extensive customization options, it stands out as a powerful solution. With the ability to fine-tune ad creatives by adjusting colors, changing out images, and generating text, it allows users to create engaging and sales-boosting copy effortlessly.

What We Like About AdCreative

• AI-Powered Creatives: AdCreative.ai uses generative AI to swiftly generate high-ROI ad creatives tailored to a specific niche
• Customization Options: Fine-tune creatives by adjusting images, text, and colors to strike the perfect balance between aesthetics and effectiveness
• Insights and Performance Tracking: Gain valuable insights on creative performance, identify the most effective creatives, and optimize advertising expenses
• No Download Library: AdCreative doesn’t make it easy to refer back to older creatives

Who Is AdCreative Best For?

Those with eCommerce websites, new businesses, and marketing professionals can benefit greatly from AdCreative. It’s affordable, produces high-quality content, and is highly customizable.

Users say AdCreative is a great tool for creating on-the-go advertisements, but customer service leaves something to be desired.

AdCreative offers a free trial with 10 credits. Paid plans start at $21 per month .

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AI Resume Builders

We don’t know about you, but sometimes, the hardest part about writing often involves writing about yourself. However, this is where AI resume builders  can provide valuable assistance. By utilizing AI algorithms, these tools streamline the process of creating tailored resumes efficiently and effectively. Offering features such as personalized suggestions, real-time content optimization, and user-friendly interfaces, they empower job seekers to craft compelling resumes with ease.

49. Resume.io

🥇 best ai resume builder tool overall.

Resume.io is an AI-powered resume builder that excels at helping users create professional and polished resumes tailored to specific job openings. Taking care of resume templates and offering assistance with professional wording, it is a powerful tool designed to help you secure the bag.

What We Like About Resume.io

• Effective Templates: Tried and true resume templates that export as Word or PDF
• AI Summary Generator: Create standout professional profiles that can capture the attention of potential employers in just a few clicks
• Cover Letter Creator: Choose from multiple templates, employ the spelling and grammar checker, and use sample sentences to craft the perfect cover letter
• Job Tracking: Stay on top of submitted applications with ease
• Free Trial: Resume.io offers a 7-day free trial for $2.95 but doesn’t remind you to cancel, which often translates to a $24.95 charge for 4 weeks of access

Job seekers looking to create a professional and effective resume should give Resume.io a try. It offered a user-friendly interface, customizable designs, and a variety of pre-made templates for different industries and styles.

Who Is Resume.io Best For?

Resume.io is designed for individuals seeking standout resumes for job applications. It offers an easy-to-use interface that helps them shine.

Resume.io is regarded highly for how easy it is to create a good resume. However, some people say it’s difficult to cancel the service.

Resume.io offers a limited trial for $2.95 with paid plans starting at $44.95 for six months .

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50. ChatGPT

Known as the original AI chatbot, ChatGPT is a versatile tool. You can ask it questions, seek writing assistance, use it as a starting point, or generate first drafts of cover letters. Beyond that, it serves as a valuable resume-building assistant. With ChatGPT, the sky is the limit on content creation. Notably, it can expedite the process of tailoring your resume for multiple job applications, making it easier to customize your resume to fit each specific job.

What We Like About ChatGPT

• Generate Drafts Quickly: It can quickly generate a draft of your resume based on your input, saving you time in the initial stages of resume creation
• Great Starting Point: ChatGPT can serve as a starting point to overcome writer’s block and provide a strong first draft of your strengths and ideas, especially for roles outside content writing
• Writing Assistance: It can rewrite resumes to sound more professional, cut out unnecessary information, and even suggest skills to include based on your input
• Robotic Output: Anyone who has used ChatGPT knows that the text it generates doesn’t exactly sound human. Therefore, extensive editing is often required. Using the latest models to get the best work done is also advised.

Who Is ChatGPT Best For?

Resume writers who want to formulate a first draft will benefit most from ChatGPT. While It isn’t explicitly designed for resume creation, it is a great tool for pumping out text quickly.

The community loves the flexibility of ChatGPT but says the occasional timeouts are frustrating.

ChatGPT is available for free with paid plans starting at $20 per month .

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51. Kickresume

Kickresume is an online tool that offers a comprehensive suite of tools to create professional resumes, cover letters, and personal websites. It includes powerful features, such as the AI Writer, allowing users to generate text after answering simple questions. It also provides over 50 templates for different industries, so users should be able to find one that suits them.

What We Like About Kickresume

• Customer Support: Kickresume is very easy to use and offers a great customer experience during sign-up
• AI Features: Kickreusme offers an AI Writer and AI Resume Checker to help users ensure their resumes are perfect
• Mobile App: Those who want to work on resumes on the go can use the mobile app
• Lack of Template Diversity: Professionals with more experience may not be best served using Kickresume as it’s geared more towards those just starting out

Who Is Kickresume Best For?

Kickresume is a great tool for job seekers who are just hitting the workforce or have limited work experience. However, those with more professional skill sets should look elsewhere.

Reviews for Kickresume are somewhat limited. However, users who comment say the layouts are nice, but some editing is required.

Kickresume offers a free plan with paid plans starting at $19 per month .

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Price Comparison: Best AI Tools

These best AI tools offer a variety of solutions to improve productivity and automate workflows. To help you decide on the right tools, glance over the table to compare our top AI products by their pricing and free plan offerings.

What are the Best AI Tools for Productivity?

If you do a lot of content writing, you can’t go wrong with either Jasper or Writesonic . Both allow the creation of AI art and images. With features packed into both, you can’t go wrong.

For people doing SEO for one site or many client sites, we recommend you look into Surfer SEO , Scalenut , and Alli AI .

Lastly, video creators should consider Descript and Synthesia to edit videos via text editor and create AI avatar videos.

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• Automating mundane tasks: AI-powered tools can handle repetitive tasks such as data entry, formatting, and basic customer support, freeing human resources to focus on more strategic and creative tasks.
• Improving decision-making: AI can analyze vast amounts of data to identify trends, patterns, and correlations that might be difficult or impossible for humans to detect. This enables organizations to make better-informed decisions and optimize their processes.
• Enhancing personalization: AI algorithms can analyze user behavior, preferences, and needs to offer personalized recommendations and experiences, increasing customer satisfaction and engagement.
• Predictive analytics: AI can help forecast future trends and events based on historical data, allowing businesses to anticipate better and respond to potential market changes.

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The Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands, often referred to as the Freedmen’s Bureau, was established on March 3, 1865. The duties of the Freedmen’s Bureau included supervision of all affairs relating to refugees, freedmen, and the custody of abandoned lands and property. These documents come from the Records of the Field Offices for the State of Mississippi, Series 3.31: Subordinate Field Offices: Magnolia (Subassistant Commissioner).

Additional resources are available on the  Freedmen's Bureau Instructions Page . Please help us transcribe these records to learn more about the lives of formerly enslaved men and women during the Reconstruction Era.

The single–volume register of complaints, August 1867–December 1868 (194), is arranged chronologically.

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The potential of AI technology has been percolating in the background for years. But when ChatGPT, the AI chatbot, began grabbing headlines in early 2023, it put generative AI in the spotlight. This guide is your go-to manual for generative AI, covering its benefits, limits, use cases, prospects and much more.

• Amanda Hetler, Senior Editor

What is ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence ( AI ) chatbot that uses natural language processing to create humanlike conversational dialogue. The language model can respond to questions and compose various written content, including articles, social media posts, essays, code and emails.

ChatGPT is a form of generative AI -- a tool that lets users enter prompts to receive humanlike images, text or videos that are created by AI.

ChatGPT is similar to the automated chat services found on customer service websites, as people can ask it questions or request clarification to ChatGPT's replies. The GPT stands for "Generative Pre-trained Transformer," which refers to how ChatGPT processes requests and formulates responses. ChatGPT is trained with reinforcement learning through human feedback and reward models that rank the best responses. This feedback helps augment ChatGPT with machine learning to improve future responses.

Who created ChatGPT?

OpenAI -- an artificial intelligence research company -- created ChatGPT and launched the tool in November 2022. It was founded by a group of entrepreneurs and researchers including Elon Musk and Sam Altman in 2015. OpenAI is backed by several investors, with Microsoft being the most notable. OpenAI also created Dall-E , an AI text-to-art generator.

How does ChatGPT work?

ChatGPT works through its Generative Pre-trained Transformer, which uses specialized algorithms to find patterns within data sequences. ChatGPT originally used the GPT-3 large language model, a neural network machine learning model and the third generation of Generative Pre-trained Transformer. The transformer pulls from a significant amount of data to formulate a response.

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ChatGPT now uses the GPT-3.5 model that includes a fine-tuning process for its algorithm. ChatGPT Plus uses GPT-4 , which offers a faster response time and internet plugins. GPT-4 can also handle more complex tasks compared with previous models, such as describing photos, generating captions for images and creating more detailed responses up to 25,000 words.

ChatGPT uses deep learning , a subset of machine learning, to produce humanlike text through transformer neural networks . The transformer predicts text -- including the next word, sentence or paragraph -- based on its training data's typical sequence.

Training begins with generic data, then moves to more tailored data for a specific task. ChatGPT was trained with online text to learn the human language, and then it used transcripts to learn the basics of conversations.

Human trainers provide conversations and rank the responses. These reward models help determine the best answers. To keep training the chatbot, users can upvote or downvote its response by clicking on thumbs-up or thumbs-down icons beside the answer. Users can also provide additional written feedback to improve and fine-tune future dialogue.

What kinds of questions can users ask ChatGPT?

Users can ask ChatGPT a variety of questions, including simple or more complex questions, such as, "What is the meaning of life?" or "What year did New York become a state?" ChatGPT is proficient with STEM disciplines and can debug or write code. There is no limitation to the types of questions to ask ChatGPT. However, ChatGPT uses data up to the year 2021, so it has no knowledge of events and data past that year. And since it is a conversational chatbot, users can ask for more information or ask it to try again when generating text.

How are people using ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is versatile and can be used for more than human conversations. People have used ChatGPT to do the following:

• Code computer programs and check for bugs in code.
• Compose music.
• Draft emails.
• Summarize articles, podcasts or presentations.
• Script social media posts.
• Create titles for articles.
• Solve math problems.
• Discover keywords for search engine optimization .
• Create articles, blog posts and quizzes for websites.
• Reword existing content for a different medium, such as a presentation transcript for a blog post.
• Formulate product descriptions.
• Play games.
• Assist with job searches, including writing resumes and cover letters.
• Ask trivia questions.
• Describe complex topics more simply.
• Write video scripts.
• Research markets for products.
• Generate art.

Unlike other chatbots, ChatGPT can remember various questions to continue the conversation in a more fluid manner.

What are the benefits of ChatGPT?

Businesses and users are still exploring the benefits of ChatGPT as the program continues to evolve. Some benefits include the following:

• Efficiency. AI-powered chatbots can handle routine and repetitive tasks, which can free up employees to focus on more complex and strategic responsibilities.
• Cost savings. Using AI chatbots can be more cost-effective than hiring and training additional employees.
• Improved content quality. Writers can use ChatGPT to improve grammatical or contextual errors or to help brainstorm ideas for content. Employees can take ordinary text and ask to improve its language or add expressions.
• Education and training. ChatGPT can help provide explanations on more complex topics to help serve as a virtual tutor. Users can also ask for guides and any needed clarification on responses.
• Better response time. ChatGPT provides instant responses, which reduces wait times for users seeking assistance.
• Increased availability. AI models are available around the clock to provide continuous support and assistance.
• Multilingual support. ChatGPT can communicate in multiple languages or provide translations for businesses with global audiences.
• Personalization. AI chatbots can tailor responses to the user's preferences and behaviors based on previous interactions.
• Scalability. ChatGPT can handle many users simultaneously, which is beneficial for applications with high user engagement.
• Natural language understanding. ChatGPT understands and generates humanlike text, so it is useful for tasks such as generating content, answering questions, engaging in conversations and providing explanations.
• Digital accessibility. ChatGPT and other AI chatbots can assist individuals with disabilities by providing text-based interactions, which can be easier to navigate than other interfaces.

What are the limitations of ChatGPT? How accurate is it?

Some limitations of ChatGPT include the following:

• It does not fully understand the complexity of human language. ChatGPT is trained to generate words based on input. Because of this, responses might seem shallow and lack true insight.
• Lack of knowledge for data and events after 2021. The training data ends with 2021 content. ChatGPT can provide incorrect information based on the data from which it pulls. If ChatGPT does not fully understand the query, it might also provide an inaccurate response. ChatGPT is still being trained, so feedback is recommended when an answer is incorrect.
• Responses can sound like a machine and unnatural. Since ChatGPT predicts the next word, it can overuse words such as the or and . Because of this, people still need to review and edit content to make it flow more naturally, like human writing.
• It summarizes but does not cite sources. ChatGPT does not provide analysis or insight into any data or statistics. ChatGPT might provide statistics but no real commentary on what these statistics mean or how they relate to the topic.
• It cannot understand sarcasm and irony. ChatGPT is based on a data set of text.
• It might focus on the wrong part of a question and not be able to shift. For example, if you ask ChatGPT, "Does a horse make a good pet based on its size?" and then ask it, "What about a cat?" ChatGPT might focus solely on the size of the animal versus giving information about having the animal as a pet. ChatGPT is not divergent and cannot shift its answer to cover multiple questions in a single response.

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What are the ethical concerns associated with ChatGPT?

While ChatGPT can be helpful for some tasks, there are some ethical concerns that depend on how it is used, including bias , lack of privacy and security, and cheating in education and work.

Plagiarism and deceitful use

ChatGPT can be used unethically in ways such as cheating, impersonation or spreading misinformation due to its humanlike capabilities. Educators have brought up concerns about students using ChatGPT to cheat, plagiarize and write papers. CNET made the news when it used ChatGPT to create articles that were filled with errors.

To help prevent cheating and plagiarizing, OpenAI announced an AI text classifier to distinguish between human- and AI-generated text. However, after six months of availability, OpenAI pulled the tool due to a "low rate of accuracy."

There are online tools, such as Copyleaks or Writing.com, to classify how likely it is that text was written by a person versus being AI-generated. OpenAI plans to add a watermark to longer text pieces to help identify AI-generated content.

Because ChatGPT can write code, it also presents a problem for cybersecurity. Threat actors can use ChatGPT to help create malware. An update addressed the issue of creating malware by stopping the request, but threat actors might find ways around OpenAI's safety protocol.

ChatGPT can also be used to impersonate a person by training it to copy someone's writing and language style. The chatbot could then impersonate a trusted person to collect sensitive information or spread disinformation .

Bias in training data

One of the biggest ethical concerns with ChatGPT is its bias in training data . If the data the model pulls from has any bias, it is reflected in the model's output. ChatGPT also does not understand language that might be offensive or discriminatory. The data needs to be reviewed to avoid perpetuating bias, but including diverse and representative material can help control bias for accurate results.

Replacing jobs and human interaction

As technology advances, ChatGPT might automate certain tasks that are typically completed by humans, such as data entry and processing, customer service, and translation support. People are worried that it could replace their jobs, so it's important to consider ChatGPT and AI's effect on workers.

Rather than replacing workers, ChatGPT can be used as support for job functions and creating new job opportunities to avoid loss of employment. For example, lawyers can use ChatGPT to create summaries of case notes and draft contracts or agreements. And copywriters can use ChatGPT for article outlines and headline ideas.

Privacy issues

ChatGPT uses text based on input, so it could potentially reveal sensitive information. The model's output can also track and profile individuals by collecting information from a prompt and associating this information with the user's phone number and email. The information is then stored indefinitely.

How can you access ChatGPT?

To access ChatGPT, create an OpenAI account. Go to chat.openai.com and then select "Sign Up" and enter an email address, or use a Google or Microsoft account to log in.

After signing up, type a prompt or question in the message box on the ChatGPT homepage. Users can then do the following:

• Enter a different prompt for a new query or ask for clarification.
• Regenerate the response.
• Share the response.
• Like or dislike the response with the thumbs-up or thumbs-down option.
• Copy the response.

What to do if ChatGPT is at capacity

Even though ChatGPT can handle numerous users at a time, it reaches maximum capacity occasionally when there is an overload. This usually happens during peak hours, such as early in the morning or in the evening, depending on the time zone.

If it is at capacity, try using it at different times or hit refresh on the browser. Another option is to upgrade to ChatGPT Plus, which is a subscription, but is typically always available, even during high-demand periods.

Is ChatGPT free?

ChatGPT is available for free through OpenAI's website. Users need to register for a free OpenAI account. There is also an option to upgrade to ChatGPT Plus for access to GPT-4, faster responses, no blackout windows and unlimited availability. ChatGPT Plus also gives priority access to new features for a subscription rate of $20 per month.

Without a subscription, there are limitations. The most notable limitation of the free version is access to ChatGPT when the program is at capacity. The Plus membership gives unlimited access to avoid capacity blackouts.

What are the alternatives to ChatGPT?

Because of ChatGPT's popularity, it is often unavailable due to capacity issues. Google announced Bard in response to ChatGPT . Google Bard will draw information directly from the internet through a Google search to provide the latest information.

Microsoft added ChatGPT functionality to Bing, giving the internet search engine a chat mode for users. The ChatGPT functionality in Bing isn't as limited because its training is up to date and doesn't end with 2021 data and events.

There are other text generator alternatives to ChatGPT, including the following:

• Article Forge.
• DeepL Write.
• Google Bard.
• Magic Write.
• Open Assistant.
• Peppertype.
• Perplexity AI.

Coding alternatives for ChatGPT include the following:

• Amazon CodeWhisperer.
• CodeStarter.
• Ghostwriter.
• GitHub Copilot.
• Mutable.ai.
• OpenAI Codex.

Learn more about various AI content generators .

ChatGPT updates

In August 2023, OpenAI  announced  an enterprise version of ChatGPT. The enterprise version offers the higher-speed GPT-4 model with a longer context window , customization options and data analysis. This model of ChatGPT does not share data outside the organization.

In September 2023, OpenAI announced a new update that allows ChatGPT to speak and recognize images. Users can upload pictures of what they have in their refrigerator and ChatGPT will provide ideas for dinner. Users can engage to get step-by-step recipes with ingredients they already have. People can also use ChatGPT to ask questions about photos -- such as landmarks -- and engage in conversation to learn facts and history.

Users can also use voice to engage with ChatGPT and speak to it like other voice assistants . People can have conversations to request stories, ask trivia questions or request jokes among other options.

The voice update will be available on apps for both iOS and Android. Users will just need to opt-in to use it in their settings. Images will be available on all platforms -- including apps and ChatGPT’s website.

In November 2023, OpenAI announced the rollout of GPTs, which let users customize their own version of ChatGPT for a specific use case. For example, a user could create a GPT that only scripts social media posts, checks for bugs in code, or formulates product descriptions. The user can input instructions and knowledge files in the GPT builder to give the custom GPT context. OpenAI also announced the GPT store, which will let users share and monetize their custom bots.

In December 2023, OpenAI partnered with Axel Springer to train its AI models on news reporting. ChatGPT users will see summaries of news stories from Bild and Welt, Business Insider and Politico as part of this deal. This agreement gives ChatGPT more current information in its chatbot answers and gives users another way to access news stories. OpenAI also announced an agreement with the Associated Press to use the news reporting archive for chatbot responses.

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Reinventing search with a new AI-powered Microsoft Bing and Edge, your copilot for the web

Feb 7, 2023 | Yusuf Mehdi - Corporate Vice President & Consumer Chief Marketing Officer

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To empower people to unlock the joy of discovery, feel the wonder of creation and better harness the world’s knowledge, today we’re improving how the world benefits from the web by reinventing the tools billions of people use every day, the search engine and the browser.

Today, we’re launching an all new, AI-powered Bing search engine and Edge browser, available in preview now at Bing.com , to deliver better search, more complete answers, a new chat experience and the ability to generate content. We think of these tools as an AI copilot for the web.

“AI will fundamentally change every software category, starting with the largest category of all – search,” said Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO, Microsoft. “Today, we’re launching Bing and Edge powered by AI copilot and chat, to help people get more from search and the web.”

There are 10 billion search queries a day, but we estimate half of them go unanswered. That’s because people are using search to do things it wasn’t originally designed to do. It’s great for finding a website, but for more complex questions or tasks too often it falls short.

The new Bing and Edge – Your copilot for the web

We have brought together search, browsing and chat into one unified experience you can invoke from anywhere on the web, delivering:

• Better search. The new Bing gives you an improved version of the familiar search experience, providing more relevant results for simple things like sports scores, stock prices and weather, along with a new sidebar that shows more comprehensive answers if you want them.
• Complete answers. Bing reviews results from across the web to find and summarize the answer you’re looking for. For example, you can get detailed instructions for how to substitute eggs for another ingredient in a cake you are baking right in that moment, without scrolling through multiple results.
• A new chat experience. For more complex searches – such as for planning a detailed trip itinerary or researching what TV to buy – the new Bing offers new, interactive chat. The chat experience empowers you to refine your search until you get the complete answer you are looking for by asking for more details, clarity and ideas – with links available so you can immediately act on your decisions.
• A creative spark. There are times when you need more than an answer – you need inspiration. The new Bing can generate the content to help you. It can help you write an email, create a 5-day itinerary for a dream vacation to Hawaii, with links to book your travel and accommodations, prep for a job interview or create a quiz for trivia night. The new Bing also cites all its sources, so you’re able to see links to the web content it references.
• New Microsoft Edge experience. We’ve updated the Edge browser with new AI capabilities and a new look, and we’ve added two new functionalities: Chat and compose. With the Edge Sidebar, you can ask for a summary of a lengthy financial report to get the key takeaways – and then use the chat function to ask for a comparison to a competing company’s financials and automatically put it in a table. You can also ask Edge to help you compose content, such as a LinkedIn post, by giving it a few prompts to get you started. After that, you can ask it to help you update the tone, format and length of the post. Edge can understand the web page you’re on and adapts accordingly.

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Reinventing search with AI

The new Bing experience is a culmination of four technical breakthroughs:

• Next-generation OpenAI model . We’re excited to announce the new Bing is running on a new, next-generation OpenAI large language model that is more powerful than ChatGPT and customized specifically for search. It takes key learnings and advancements from ChatGPT and GPT-3.5 – and it is even faster, more accurate and more capable.
• Microsoft Prometheus model . We have developed a proprietary way of working with the OpenAI model that allows us to best leverage its power. We call this collection of capabilities and techniques the Prometheus model. This combination gives you more relevant, timely and targeted results, with improved safety.
• Applying AI to core search algorithm . We’ve also applied the AI model to our core Bing search ranking engine, which led to the largest jump in relevance in two decades. With this AI model, even basic search queries are more accurate and more relevant.
• New user experience . We’re reimagining how you interact with search, browser and chat by pulling them into a unified experience. This will unlock a completely new way to interact with the web.

These groundbreaking new search experiences are possible because Microsoft has committed to building Azure into an AI supercomputer for the world, and OpenAI has used this infrastructure to train the breakthrough models that are now being optimized for Bing.

Microsoft and OpenAI – innovating together, responsibly

Together with OpenAI, we’ve also been intentional in implementing safeguards to defend against harmful content. Our teams are working to address issues such as misinformation and disinformation, content blocking, data safety and preventing the promotion of harmful or discriminatory content in line with our AI principles .

The work we are doing with OpenAI builds on our company’s yearslong effort to ensure that our AI systems are responsible by design. We will continue to apply the full strength of our responsible AI ecosystem – including researchers, engineers and policy experts – to develop new approaches to mitigate risk.

Live today in limited preview, expanding to millions soon

The new Bing is available today in a limited preview on desktop, and everyone can visit Bing.com today to try sample queries and sign up for the waitlist. We’re going to scale the preview to millions in the coming weeks. A mobile experience will also be in preview soon.

We’re excited to put the new Bing and Edge into the real world to get the critical feedback required to improve our models as we scale.

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