Therefore
/ˈðerfɔːr/conjunction
Used to show logical result or conclusion from a fact or situation.
He was late; therefore, he missed the start of the meeting.
Often appears as...
- therefore
- it is
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Logical Link
Use it to connect causes with their effects, showing clear logic in arguments or explanations.
The roads were icy; therefore, the school cancelled classes.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Writing
It's more common in written English, especially in academic or formal contexts, than in casual speech.
The experiment was a success; therefore, we will proceed to the next phase.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Starter
'Therefore' is not typically used to start a sentence in formal writing; prefer it mid-sentence.
The data is incomplete, therefore we cannot reach a valid conclusion.
Compare with
accordconsequentergohencesothus
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