Transitional paragraph
The transitional paragraph marks a transition in the paper from one section to another. It will indicate to the reader either that there will be a change in idea or topic or that there will be a movement from a broad topic to a specific one. These types of paragraphs, just like the funnel between the upper and bottom portions of an hour glass, are typically smaller than the introductory and concluding paragraphs. However, it is still important to sufficiently conclude the previous topic discussed and introduce the topic that is to follow. Here are two examples of what the first sentence in a transitional paragraph might look like:
Now that we have taken a look at cars in general, let's move on to discuss the engines that make them move.
Here are some ways that a car owner can do his or her own auto check-up.