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 ... I'll help you, insofar as I have time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: soweit (as far as), in dieser Hinsicht (in this respect)
Etymology
Made up of 'in' + 'so' + 'fern' (far). The literal translation is 'in so far'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'in so far'. This is very close to the English 'insofar as', which helps remember its function of qualifying a statement.