I’ve rewritten my conclusion paragraph like five times already and it still feels... boring? I just say the same thing I said in the intro, but with "In conclusion," in front
How do you actually write a strong conclusion for an essay — not just rephrase the intro?
Great question. A good conclusion does more than restate your thesis — it helps your reader feel the argument land. Think of it like the final note in a symphony.
I used to just summarize everything like a checklist felt safe but flat. One trick that helped me is thinking of the conclusion as a mirror: it reflects your points, but also shows something deeper, like implications or questions for the future.
Especially helpful for argumentative essays, where your conclusion should tie together your logic and show why your stance matters beyond the classroom.
Restate your position (briefly, in different words)
Summarize your key points (don’t list — flow them)
Answer “so what?” or offer a final insight
This is especially important when learning how to write a conclusion paragraph for an argumentative essay that "so what" adds power.
Also, quoting someone in the conclusion (if it fits naturally) adds weight. Just don’t introduce new evidence.
Totally agree. So to summarize this whole thread with a mini checklist:
No new arguments No lazy “in conclusion” clones Yes to reflective tone or broader implication Yes to rephrasing with impact Yes to linking back to purpose, not just the thesis