accordingly
gb/əkˈɔɹdɪŋli/ us/əkˈɔɹdɪŋli/
B2
English
~ 6800
ezért, ennek következtében, következésképpen, ennek megfelelően, megfelelően
B2
FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
[statement]; accordingly, [result]
The report was not finished and accordingly could not be presented to the board.
A jelentés nem készült el, ezért nem lehetett bemutatni az igazgatótanácsnak.
Her responsibilities increased and accordingly her salary was raised.
Megnőttek a felelősségi körei, ezért megemelték a fizetését.
The data are incomplete; accordingly, the findings must be interpreted with caution.
The company made a loss last year and accordingly reduced its investment plans.
He failed to submit the required documents and was accordingly denied a visa.
Learner examples
It was raining; accordingly, we stayed at home.
Esett az eső, ezért otthon maradtunk.
She was sick and accordingly did not go to work.
Beteg volt, ezért nem ment dolgozni.
The train was late, and accordingly our meeting started late.
The price went up; accordingly, fewer people bought the product.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use *accordingly* in very casual speech where *so* or *because of that* sounds more natural, for example, saying *I was tired, accordingly I went to bed early* in conversation. In everyday spoken English, *so* is usually preferred: *I was tired, so I went to bed early.* Also, some confuse this sense with the ‘in a suitable way’ sense, using it where *appropriately* would be better.
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Collocations
and accordingly
|accordingly, the court
|accordingly, the company
|accordingly, we decided
Synonyms
therefore (Very close in meaning; slightly more common and a bit more neutral in tone.)
|
consequently (Emphasizes a clear cause–effect relationship and is also quite formal.)
|
thus (More formal and literary; often used in academic or technical writing.)
Antonyms
however (Introduces contrast or opposition instead of a logical result.)
Themes
logic
|writing
|business
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Used to mean ‘for this reason’ or ‘because of this’ when you say what happens next.
Used to introduce a result, conclusion, or consequence that follows from the previous information.
B2
2
megfelelően
B1
Usage pattern:
to [act/behave/treat/pay/adjust] accordingly
Please read the instructions carefully and act accordingly.
Kérjük, olvassa el figyelmesen az utasításokat, és ennek megfelelően járjon el.
If he continues to miss deadlines, we will respond accordingly.
Ha továbbra sem tartja be a határidőket, ennek megfelelően fogunk reagálni.
Treat them accordingly if they have made a real effort.
The budget has been cut, so we must plan accordingly.
Your skills and experience will be evaluated and you will be paid accordingly.
Learner examples
She listened to the teacher and behaved accordingly.
Meghallgatta a tanárt, és ennek megfelelően viselkedett.
If the weather is bad, we will dress accordingly.
Ha rossz lesz az idő, ennek megfelelően öltözünk fel.
He studied hard, and the teacher treated him accordingly.
The rules are different here, so please act accordingly.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes mix this sense with the ‘as a result’ sense and place *accordingly* at the start of a sentence when they really mean ‘in a suitable way’. For example, *Accordingly, he acted* can sound like ‘for that reason he acted’, not ‘he acted in a suitable way’. To express this sense clearly, it is often safer to say *act accordingly* or *behave accordingly* after mentioning the situation.
Meaning
in a way that fits the situation
Collocations
act accordingly
|behave accordingly
|treat [someone] accordingly
|be paid accordingly
|adjust accordingly
|plan accordingly
Synonyms
appropriately (Very close in meaning; a bit more general and slightly more formal or careful in tone.)
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suitably (Emphasizes being suitable or fitting; often sounds slightly formal.)
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correspondingly (Focuses more on matching a change or condition, often in formal writing.)
Antonyms
inappropriately (Describes behavior or actions that do not match what is needed or expected in a situation.)
Themes
behavior
|work
|rules
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
In a way that is right for the situation or matches what was said before.
In a manner that is suitable for, consistent with, or matches what has just been mentioned or what the situation requires.
Grammar
Dictionary form
accordingly
IPA
GB/əkˈɔɹdɪŋli/
US/əkˈɔɹdɪŋli/
Syllables & stress
ac - cord - ingly (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (cord)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: accordingly
- Plural: accordinglies
Word family
Forms
accordinglies
noun
Core family
accord
verb B2
accordance
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
discord
noun B2
Advanced or less common
accordant
adjective
discordant
adjective
Expressions
act accordingly
1/ˈækt əkˈɔɹdɪŋli/
fixed phrase
take actions that fit the situation
To do what is right or needed in a situation, based on what you know or were told.
Examples
- Once you know the risks, you should act accordingly.
- The manager explained the new policy, and the staff agreed to act accordingly.
adjust accordingly
1/əd͡ʒˈʌst əkˈɔɹdɪŋli/
fixed phrase
change to match the situation
To change your plans, actions, or something else so that it fits new information or conditions.
Examples
- Check the exchange rate and adjust accordingly before setting your prices.
- We will review the results and adjust accordingly for next year’s program.
behave accordingly
1/bɪhˈeɪv əkˈɔɹdɪŋli/
fixed phrase
behave in a suitable way
To act in a way that is right for the situation or matches what people expect.
Examples
- You are representing the company, so please behave accordingly.
- Children should be taught to respect others and behave accordingly.