adverbconjunction

somit

thus

Dieses Wort verbindet zwei Aussagen und zeigt ein Ergebnis oder eine Folge an, ähnlich wie 'daher' oder 'deshalb'.

Definition & meaning

Somit is an adverb meaning “therefore,” “consequently,” “thus,” or “as a result.” It introduces a conclusion or result drawn from what has just been said.

Depending on context, it can also mean “thereby” or “in this way,” describing how something is achieved.

Grammar & Word origin

Somit is an invariable adverb, often used to connect a statement to its consequence. It commonly appears near the beginning of a clause or sentence.

The word developed from so and mit , though in modern German it functions as a single word meaning “thus” or “consequently.”

Synonyms & antonyms

daher , deshalb , and folglich are close synonyms meaning “therefore” or “consequently.” They can often replace somit, though the best choice depends on sentence rhythm and emphasis.
also can also mean “therefore,” but it has additional uses, such as “well” or “so,” and may sound more conversational.
There is no direct antonym. dennoch [?](vocabuo://word/dennoch] (“nevertheless”) expresses a contrasting relationship rather than a result, so it can serve as a contextual opposite in some sentences.