Transitions are words and phrases used to connect ideas, sentences, and paragraphs. Transitions are most effective when utilized to connect one paragraph to the next, and they are most commonly seen near the beginning of the paragraph, however they can be used wherever. Many writers like to use transitions to break up their writing and to give their pieces more flow; also, they help readers understand what kind of article they will be reading next. In school, you have probably been taught that a good transition should always include the word "however" or "still". While these words are useful, they are not the only ones available for creating smooth flows in your writing. In fact, many successful authors use words such as "also", "therefore", and "thus" in their work too! This lesson will discuss some common transitions and provide examples of how they are used in writing. First, let's take a look at the word "transition". According to The Free Dictionary by Farlex, the transition of a sentence is "the word or phrase used to link one idea or sentence to another; an interlude or linking section." As you can see, the transition plays an important role in connecting ideas within a piece of writing. Now that we know what a transition is, let's move on to some actual examples.