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Thus

ðəs
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

Así, Por lo tanto, De este modo, Entonces

Thus meanings in Spanish

Así

Example:
Thus, we can conclude that the experiment was successful.
Así, podemos concluir que el experimento fue exitoso.
The company has grown rapidly; thus, it needs to hire more employees.
La empresa ha crecido rápidamente; así que necesita contratar más empleados.
Usage: FormalContext: Formal writing, academic or professional contexts
Note: Commonly used to show a result or conclusion based on the preceding information.

Por lo tanto

Example:
She didn't study for the exam; thus, she failed.
Ella no estudió para el examen; por lo tanto, reprobó.
The team worked hard; thus, they achieved their goal.
El equipo trabajó duro; por lo tanto, lograron su objetivo.
Usage: FormalContext: Written and spoken language, formal settings
Note: Used to indicate a logical consequence or a conclusion.

De este modo

Example:
He followed the instructions carefully; thus, he succeeded.
Siguió las instrucciones cuidadosamente; de este modo, tuvo éxito.
She saved money every month; thus, she could afford a vacation.
Ella ahorraba dinero todos los meses; de este modo, pudo permitirse unas vacaciones.
Usage: FormalContext: Written language, academic papers
Note: Expresses a method or manner through which something is achieved.

Entonces

Example:
He forgot his keys; thus, he couldn't enter the house.
Olvidó sus llaves; entonces, no pudo entrar a la casa.
The store closed early; thus, I couldn't buy what I needed.
La tienda cerró temprano; entonces, no pude comprar lo que necesitaba.
Usage: InformalContext: Everyday conversations, informal writing
Note: Used informally to indicate a result or consequence.

Thus's synonyms

Therefore

Therefore is used to indicate a consequence or conclusion based on the preceding information.
Example: She studied hard; therefore, she passed the exam.
Note: Therefore is slightly more formal than 'thus' and often used in academic or formal writing.

Hence

Hence is used to show a result or reason for something.
Example: The weather was bad; hence, the event was canceled.
Note: Hence is also a bit more formal and can imply a more direct cause-and-effect relationship than 'thus'.

Consequently

Consequently is used to show a result or effect of a particular action or situation.
Example: He missed the train; consequently, he was late for work.
Note: Consequently is more formal and emphasizes the cause-and-effect relationship more strongly than 'thus'.

As a result

As a result is used to indicate the consequence of a specific action or situation.
Example: The company invested in new technology; as a result, their profits increased.
Note: As a result is more specific and direct in indicating the outcome of a particular action or event.

Thus expressions, common phrases

Thus far

Means up to this point or until now.
Example: We have completed half of the project thus far.
Note: The addition of 'far' emphasizes the extent or distance reached.

And thus

Indicates a consequence or result.
Example: He trained hard, and thus he was able to win the competition.
Note: The addition of 'and' connects the preceding action to the consequent result.

Thus and so

Used to show a sequence of events or actions.
Example: The instructions were followed thus and so the task was completed successfully.
Note: Combining 'thus' and 'so' reinforces the cause-effect relationship.

Thus spoke

Introduces a statement or quotation.
Example: Thus spoke the wise old man, imparting his words of wisdom to the young listeners.
Note: The addition of 'spoke' indicates the act of verbal communication or expression.

Thus saying

Signifies an action or statement accompanying departure.
Example: He left, thus saying goodbye to all his friends.
Note: The inclusion of 'saying' emphasizes the verbal aspect of the action.

Thus it is

Affirms a given situation or reality.
Example: Life is full of challenges, and thus it is important to stay resilient.
Note: The addition of 'it is' solidifies the acknowledgment or acceptance of the situation.

Thus far and no further

Indicates a boundary or restriction.
Example: The negotiations have reached their limit, thus far and no further.
Note: The phrase sets a definitive limit beyond which no progress or action is allowed.

Thus everyday (slang) expressions

So

In casual spoken language, 'so' is often used as a synonym for 'thus' to indicate a consequence or result.
Example: I had some extra time, so I decided to go for a walk.
Note: While 'thus' is more formal and typically used in academic or professional writing, 'so' is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation.

That's why

'That's why' is used to express a reason or cause for something, similar to how 'thus' can be used to show a logical consequence.
Example: I forgot my keys, that's why I couldn't get into the house.
Note: While 'thus' is more neutral and focuses on logical connections, 'that's why' is more colloquial and emphasizes the cause-effect relationship.

Thus - Examples

Thus, we can conclude that the project was a success.
Así, podemos concluir que el proyecto fue un éxito.
She didn't study for the exam, thus she failed.
Ella no estudió para el examen, así que reprobó.
He didn't have enough money, thus he couldn't buy the car.
Él no tenía suficiente dinero, así que no pudo comprar el coche.

Thus grammar

Thus - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: thus
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): thus
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Thus Contains 1 syllables: thus
Phonetic transcription: ˈt͟həs
thus , ˈt͟həs (The red syllable is stressed)

Thus - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Thus: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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