Can you put a connector word next to semi-colon?

It's not grammatically correct to put a connector word directly after a semicolon. Semicolons are used to separate two independent clauses that are closely related in meaning. They are not used in conjunction with connector words.

Here's how to use a semicolon and connector word correctly:

Example:

* Incorrect: The sky was blue; however, the weather report predicted rain.

* Correct: The sky was blue; however, the weather report predicted rain.

Explanation:

* Incorrect: The semicolon is placed directly before the connector word "however".

* Correct: The semicolon separates two complete sentences. The connector word "however" introduces the second clause and shows a contrasting relationship between the two clauses.

Here are some common connector words used with semicolons:

* However

* Therefore

* Moreover

* Furthermore

* Nevertheless

* Consequently

* In addition

* For example

Remember: Use a semicolon to join two related independent clauses. Use a connector word to show the relationship between the two clauses.