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therefore
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
'therefore' is a perfectly usable word in written English
You can use it to draw a conclusion from a set of facts or to indicate a consequence. For example: "It had been raining all day, therefore the ground was wet."
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News & Media
Wiki
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Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
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Alternative expressions(1)
Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
60 human-written examples
"Therefore, I have decided to lay down my mandate at an extraordinary elective Congress.
News & Media
We ask therefore that the privacy of his family is respected in the coming days.
News & Media
Therefore European rules and regulations need to be subject to regular reviews just as national rules and regulations [do].
News & Media
I currently include £2.5bn for all tax and spectrum fines etc in India and therefore this outcome would be positive from a valuation perspective.
News & Media
This absence is at least partially explained by the thorough discrediting of nationalism after nazism and the fact that, unlike further east, communist elites did not become corrupt nouveaux riches (and therefore the subject of a rightwing backlash, as in Hungary, for instance).
News & Media
We therefore have much to thank Snow for.
News & Media
The underlying issue, therefore, is the rival claims of king and would-be caliph.
News & Media
He dresses like a banker, therefore he thinks like a banker, which is how today's finance ministers are supposed to think.
News & Media
Senior managers within ONS therefore made the decision to leave the sentence as it is".
News & Media
The choice of the next Labour leader in Scotland is therefore seen as critical to the party's chances of forming the next government, as well as its chances of reviving itself north of the border.
News & Media
The business leaders who have joined the B Team have committed to practise what they preach in their own businesses and will therefore come under an unprecedented spotlight.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "therefore" to clearly signal a conclusion or consequence that logically follows from the preceding statement. Ensure the relationship between the cause and effect is evident to the reader.
Common error
Avoid using "therefore" excessively, as it can make your writing sound repetitive. Vary your sentence structure and use synonyms like "consequently" or "as a result" to maintain reader engagement.
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Linguistic Context
The primary grammatical function of "therefore" is to act as an adverbial conjunction, connecting two independent clauses by indicating that the second clause is a logical consequence or result of the first. This is consistent with the examples provided by Ludwig.
Frequent in
News & Media
70%
Wiki
15%
Formal & Business
10%
Less common in
Science
3%
Encyclopedias
1%
Reference
1%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "therefore" is a versatile adverbial conjunction used to indicate consequence or conclusion. Ludwig AI confirms its grammatical correctness and common usage. While it appears most frequently in News & Media contexts, it's advisable to avoid overuse to maintain writing clarity. Consider using synonyms like "consequently" or "as a result" to add variety. Understanding its function and purpose ensures effective communication of logical relationships in your writing.
More alternative expressions(30)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
consequently
Single word alternative with a formal tone.
as a result
A phrase indicating a direct consequence.
thus
Single word, slightly more formal and literary.
hence
Single word, implies a logical deduction.
accordingly
Implies action in agreement with something.
in consequence
Formal phrase stressing the result.
FAQs
How to use "therefore" in a sentence?
"Therefore" connects two clauses, indicating that the second clause is a logical consequence of the first. For example: "The data was compelling, therefore the committee approved the project."
What can I say instead of "therefore"?
You can use alternatives like "consequently", "as a result", or "thus" depending on the context.
Which is correct, "therefore" or "therefor"?
"Therefore" is an adverb meaning 'for that reason', while "therefor" is an archaic term primarily used in legal contexts to mean 'for that'. Therefore, "therefore" is the correct choice in most situations.
What's the difference between "therefore" and "because"?
"Therefore" indicates a result or conclusion, while "because" introduces a reason or cause. "It rained, therefore the game was canceled" shows a result. "The game was canceled because it rained" shows a cause.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
89%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested