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Therefore

ˈðɛrˌfɔr
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
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därför, därför att

Therefore meanings in Swedish

därför

Example:
It was raining, therefore we stayed indoors.
Det regnade, därför stannade vi inomhus.
She studied hard; therefore, she passed the exam.
Hon studerade hårt; därför klarade hon provet.
Usage: formalContext: Used to indicate a conclusion or result based on prior statements.
Note: Commonly used in both written and spoken Swedish to connect ideas logically.

därför att

Example:
I didn't go to the party because I was tired; therefore, I stayed home.
Jag gick inte på festen därför att jag var trött; därför stannade jag hemma.
The project failed because of poor planning; therefore, we need to rethink our strategy.
Projektet misslyckades på grund av dålig planering; därför måste vi tänka om vår strategi.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to explain the reason for something, often in a causal relationship.
Note: This phrase is more specific and emphasizes the reasoning behind an action.

Therefore's synonyms

Therefore expressions, common phrases

As a result

This phrase is used to show a direct consequence or outcome of a previous action or situation.
Example: She studied hard for the exam, and as a result, she scored the highest in the class.
Note: Similar to 'therefore', but 'as a result' emphasizes the cause-and-effect relationship more explicitly.

Consequently

This phrase indicates a logical result or effect of something that happened before.
Example: He missed the train; consequently, he arrived late for the meeting.
Note: Similar to 'therefore', but 'consequently' is slightly more formal and emphasizes causality.

Thus

Used to introduce a logical conclusion or inference from the preceding statement.
Example: She saved enough money; thus, she could afford to go on vacation.
Note: Similar to 'therefore', but 'thus' is often used in written or formal contexts.

Hence

Indicates a reason or explanation for something that has happened or will happen.
Example: The weather was bad; hence, the event was canceled.
Note: Similar to 'therefore', but 'hence' is more formal and emphasizes the reason for the conclusion.

For that reason

Used to introduce the cause or explanation for a decision or action.
Example: He was feeling unwell; for that reason, he decided to stay home.
Note: Similar to 'therefore', but 'for that reason' explicitly states the cause or justification.

Owing to this

Indicates that something is the cause or reason for a particular consequence.
Example: The project was delayed; owing to this, the deadline had to be extended.
Note: Similar to 'therefore', but 'owing to this' emphasizes the direct cause-effect relationship.

In consequence

Used to show the result or effect of a particular situation or action.
Example: The company faced financial difficulties; in consequence, several employees were laid off.
Note: Similar to 'therefore', but 'in consequence' is more formal and emphasizes the outcome of a situation.

Therefore everyday (slang) expressions

So

So is a commonly used informal term to indicate a consequence or result.
Example: I forgot my umbrella at home, so I got wet in the rain.
Note: Less formal and more casual than 'therefore'.

That's why

That's why is used to explain a reason or cause for something happening.
Example: I didn't study for the exam, that's why I failed.
Note: More conversational and colloquial than 'therefore'.

Cuz

Cuz is a slang term for 'because', often used in informal speech and writing.
Example: I had to leave early cuz I had an appointment.
Note: Even more casual and colloquial than 'therefore'.

As a result of that

A slightly more formal way to express a consequence or outcome.
Example: I missed the train, as a result of that I arrived late.
Note: More elaborate and less commonly used in everyday speech compared to 'therefore'.

That's the reason

Indicates a cause or justification for a particular outcome.
Example: He didn't show up, that's the reason we lost the game.
Note: More explanatory and descriptive than 'therefore'.

In turn

Refers to a subsequent action or consequence following the initial action.
Example: She turned off the lights, in turn, the room became dark.
Note: Emphasizes a sequence of events more than 'therefore'.

And so

Indicates a logical consequence or result of a previous action.
Example: He missed the bus, and so he had to walk to work.
Note: A bit more formal and structured than 'therefore'.

Therefore - Examples

Therefore, I cannot attend the meeting.
Därför kan jag inte delta i mötet.
He didn't study for the exam, therefore he failed.
Han studerade inte inför provet, därför misslyckades han.
She forgot her keys at home, so therefore she had to call a locksmith.
Hon glömde sina nycklar hemma, så därför var hon tvungen att ringa en låssmed.

Therefore grammar

Therefore - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: therefore
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): therefore
Syllables, Separation and Stress
therefore Contains 2 syllables: there • fore
Phonetic transcription: ˈt͟her-ˌfȯr
there fore , ˈt͟her ˌfȯr (The red syllable is stressed)

Therefore - 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.
therefore: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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