There are different conjunctions in English, and concession is one of them. For example, but/ although/ however are the most common ones. To get a higher Coherence and Cohesion score, you should use various of linking words. Today, we are going to go through some words together and see which words can replace but/ although/ however!

 

1. Albeit

 

+SVO: I failed in the examination, albeit I have tried hard.

 

+Adj./ Adv.: He purchased this luxurious watch, albeit rather expensive.

 

2. Much as

 

+SVO: Much as she woke up late this morning, she was not late for the class. It’s because she lives near her school.

 

3. Notwithstanding

 

+N.: Notwithstanding the parents’ objections, the couple eventually got married.

 

4. For all

 

+N.: For all the rainy weather, we decided to go on a picnic.

 

5. With all

 

+N.: With all the mistakes on stage, the musical has had great success.

 

6. Be that as it may

 

+SVO: She is young, be that as it may, she has bought a house for her family.

 

7. Adj./ Adv. + as + S + V, SVO

 

Brand new as the sofa looks, we have used it for almost ten years.