deshalb
therefore
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The German word "deshalb" is an adverb meaning "therefore," "that's why," or "for that reason." It is composed of "des" (a genitive article meaning "of the") and "Halb" (originally meaning "half," but here fused into a fixed conjunction). In modern use, it's a connective word used to indicate a cause-effect relationship.
Similar words:
- darum (for that reason)
- deswegen (therefore)
- daher (hence, therefore)
Difference:
All these words express causality. Deshalb, deswegen, and darum are mostly interchangeable. Daher can sometimes imply a slightly more formal or tentative explanation.
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Examples
Er ist abends müde, deshalb geht er früh ins Bett.adverb
He is tired in the evening, therefore he goes to bed early.
Deshalb gehe ich früh ins Bett.adverb
Therefore, I go to bed early.
Wir hatten viel Arbeit und sind deshalb müde.adverb
We had a lot of work and are therefore tired.
Es war kalt draußen, deshalb blieben ihre Freunde lieber zu Hause.adverb
It was cold outside, therefore their friends preferred to stay at home.
Deshalb gehen sie heute zum See spazieren.adverb
Therefore, they are going for a walk to the lake today.
Deshalb schließe ich die Tür leise.adverb
Therefore, I close the door quietly.
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