📌 Meaning of “Furthermore”
“Furthermore” means:
selain itu / lebih lanjut lagi / terlebih lagi
It is used to add another important point, especially
in formal or structured writing.
🔹 When do we use it?
We use furthermore to:
- Add
supporting information
- Strengthen
an argument
- Continue
a logical explanation
It is more formal than:
- and
- also
- besides
🔹 Example sentences
Formal / academic style:
- The
plan is too expensive. Furthermore, it is unrealistic.
- She
is highly qualified. Furthermore, she has years of experience.
In structured writing:
- The
project failed due to poor planning. Furthermore, communication was
ineffective.
🔹 Tone
- Sounds
formal
- Common
in essays, reports, presentations
- Rare
in casual daily conversation
You wouldn’t normally say:
❌ “I’m tired. Furthermore, I’m
hungry.” (sounds too formal for daily talk)
Instead, casually:
“I’m tired, and I’m hungry too.”
🔹 Similar words & subtle differences
|
Word |
Tone |
|
Furthermore |
formal, structured |
|
Moreover |
even more formal, stronger emphasis |
|
In addition |
neutral formal |
|
Also |
neutral, everyday |
|
Besides |
slightly persuasive |
🔹 Position in sentence
Usually at the beginning, followed by a comma:
Furthermore, we need more time.
Can also appear mid-sentence (less common):
We need, furthermore, to reconsider the plan.
Simple memory trick
If you are writing an essay or making an argument → furthermore
If you are chatting with friends → probably also
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