insofern
Translation
in this respect, insofar as, to that extent
Examples
Insofern haben Sie recht.
In that respect, you are right.
Es ist ein gutes Ergebnis, insofern als alle zufrieden sind.
It's a good result, insofar as everyone is happy.
Grammar Patterns
Insofern ... In this respect ... Insofern ist die Entscheidung richtig.
..., insofern (als) ... ... insofar as ... Ich helfe dir, insofern ich Zeit habe.
Similar Words
Synonyms: soweit (as far as), in dieser Hinsicht (in this respect)
Etymology
Composed of 'in' + 'so' + 'fern' (far). Literally means 'in so far'.
Memory Tips
Break it down into 'in so far'. This directly relates to the English phrase 'insofar as', making its meaning of limiting a statement clear.