British English · B2 · Unit 18
Making a case
Making a case
By the end you can
- Present a well-argued case
- Write an essay that argues one side
- Understand a complex argument
Words and phrases
| British English | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| firstly | first (in a list of points) | Firstly, a four-day week would improve productivity. |
| furthermore | also, in addition (formal) | Furthermore, it would cut costs. |
| it could be argued that | some people might say that | It could be argued that it's unfair on small businesses. |
| nevertheless | but, in spite of that | Nevertheless, the benefits are clear. |
| in conclusion | to finish (an essay or a speech) | In conclusion, the evidence supports a shorter week. |
| opponents argue that | people who are against it say that | Opponents argue that it would hurt productivity. |
| there is no doubt that | it is certain that | There is no doubt that people are tired. |
| a strong case for | good arguments for | There's a strong case for change. |
| as a result | because of this | As a result, staff took fewer sick days. |
| beyond reasonable doubt | certain enough to find someone guilty | The jury must be sure beyond reasonable doubt. |
Then talk it through
A formal debate about a four-day working week. In the app you have this conversation out loud or typed, with the unit's goals to tick off and corrections at the end.