ferner
Translation
furthermore, moreover, in addition
Examples
Er ist klug, ferner ist er auch fleißig.
He is smart; furthermore, he is also hardworking.
Ferner möchte ich auf ein Problem hinweisen.
Furthermore, I would like to point out a problem.
Grammar Patterns
ferner + verb + subject ... furthermore ... Ferner is to be noted that...
Similar Words
Synonyms: außerdem, zudem, des Weiteren
Etymology
The comparative form of the adjective 'fern' (far). The meaning evolved from 'further away' to 'furthermore'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to 'fern' (far). You are going 'further' with your argument or list of points. It's a more formal version of 'also'.