therefore
Translation
therefore, consequently, for that reason
Examples
He was busy, therefore he could not come.
He was busy, therefore he could not come.
She topped the class and therefore got a scholarship.
She topped the class and therefore got a scholarship.
Grammar Patterns
((Clause 1)), therefore, ((Clause 2)) to show a result or consequence He was busy, therefore he could not come.
Similar Words
Synonyms: consequently, hence, thus, so
Etymology
From Old English 'þærfor', meaning 'for that'. A combination of 'there' + 'for'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as linking a cause ('there') to a result ('for' that reason). It connects a statement with its logical conclusion.