thus
gb/ðˈʌs/ us/ðˈʌs/
B2
English
~ 600
ezért, tehát, így, következőképpen
B2
1
Usage pattern:
thus, [clause]
The company did not meet its targets; thus, bonuses will be smaller this year.
A cég nem teljesítette a célkitűzéseit, ezért idén kisebbek lesznek a bónuszok.
She was the only candidate with the right experience, and thus she was offered the job.
Ő volt az egyetlen jelölt, akinek megvolt a megfelelő tapasztalata, ezért neki ajánlották fel az állást.
It rained heavily, thus the match was postponed.
Learner examples
I was late for work. Thus, I missed the meeting.
Késve értem be a munkahelyemre. Ezért lekéstem a megbeszélést.
He studied hard for the exam. Thus, he got a high score.
Sokat tanult a vizsgára. Ezért magas pontszámot ért el.
The shop was closed. Thus, we went home.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'thus' with 'so'. While both show result, 'thus' is more formal and often used in writing.
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Collocations
and thus
|thus far
|thus proving
Synonyms
therefore (More common in everyday speech; slightly less formal.)
|
hence (More formal and less common in everyday conversation.)
Antonyms
nevertheless (Indicates contrast or opposition rather than result.)
Themes
logic
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Used to say that what happens next is because of what was said or done before.
Used to show that what follows is the result or conclusion of what has just been mentioned.
C1
2
így
A1
Usage pattern:
do [something] thus
Fold the paper thus, and then cut along the line.
Így hajtsd össze a papírt, majd vágd el a vonal mentén.
The items were arranged thus: books on the left, clothes on the right.
A tárgyak a következőképpen voltak elrendezve: a könyvek a bal oldalon, a ruhák a jobb oldalon.
He held the cup thus, with both hands.
Learner examples
Hold the pen thus, between your fingers.
Így fogd a tollat, az ujjaid között.
Please arrange the chairs thus.
Kérlek, így rendezd el a székeket.
You should fold the napkin thus before placing it on the table.
Common mistake:
Some learners confuse 'thus' here with 'therefore'; in this meaning, it describes 'how', not 'why'.
Meaning
in this way or manner
Collocations
arranged thus
|done thus
|organized thus
Synonyms
like this (Informal equivalent, common in spoken English.)
|
in this way (Neutral phrase with same meaning.)
Antonyms
differently (Indicates a different way or manner.)
Themes
description
|instruction
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Used to show how something happens or is done.
Used to indicate the manner in which something happens or is done.
Grammar
Dictionary form
thus
IPA
GB/ðˈʌs/
US/ðˈʌs/
Syllables & stress
thus (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (thus)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: thus
- Plural: thuses
Word family
Forms
thuses
noun
Expressions
thus far
1/ðˈʌs fˈɑɹ/
fixed phrase
up to now; so far
Until now; until this time.
Examples
- Thus far, we have received no complaints.
- The project has gone smoothly thus far.