thus
gb/ðˈʌs/ us/ðˈʌs/
B2
英语
~ 600
义项
0 个义项
adverb
B2
relation
1
as a result; therefore
Used to say that what happens next is because of what was said or done before.
用法模式：
thus, [clause]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse 'thus' with 'so'. While both show result, 'thus' is more formal and often used in writing.
近义词
therefore (More common in everyday speech; slightly less formal.)
|
hence (More formal and less common in everyday conversation.)
反义词
nevertheless (Indicates contrast or opposition rather than result.)
搭配
and thus
|thus far
|thus proving
主题
logic
|communication
|education
|core_vocabulary
例句
- The company did not meet its targets; thus, bonuses will be smaller this year.
- She was the only candidate with the right experience, and thus she was offered the job.
- It rained heavily, thus the match was postponed.
学习者例句
- I was late for work. Thus, I missed the meeting.
- He studied hard for the exam. Thus, he got a high score.
- The shop was closed. Thus, we went home.
adverb
C1
relation
2
in this way or manner
Used to show how something happens or is done.
用法模式：
do [something] thus
常见错误：
Some learners confuse 'thus' here with 'therefore'; in this meaning, it describes 'how', not 'why'.
近义词
like this (Informal equivalent, common in spoken English.)
|
in this way (Neutral phrase with same meaning.)
反义词
differently (Indicates a different way or manner.)
搭配
arranged thus
|done thus
|organized thus
主题
description
|instruction
|communication
|core_vocabulary
例句
- Fold the paper thus, and then cut along the line.
- The items were arranged thus: books on the left, clothes on the right.
- He held the cup thus, with both hands.
学习者例句
- Hold the pen thus, between your fingers.
- Please arrange the chairs thus.
- You should fold the napkin thus before placing it on the table.
语法
词典原形
thus
IPA
GB/ðˈʌs/
US/ðˈʌs/
音节与重音
thus （1 个音节）
Stress on 1st syllable (thus)
词形变化
Noun
- Base: thus
- Plural: thuses
词族
Forms
thuses
noun
相关表达
thus far
1/ðˈʌs fˈɑɹ/
fixed phrase
up to now; so far
Until now; until this time.
例句
- Thus far, we have received no complaints.
- The project has gone smoothly thus far.