Adverb
deshalb
Pronunciation: /ˈdɛshalp/
therefore; for that (reason), because of that
A2
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Meanings
Adverb
- therefore; for that (reason), because of that
Example sentence
Wolltest du deshalb nicht, dass ich komme?
Did you not want me to come for that reason?
Usage
- Deshalb bleibe ich. — At the start of a main clause, deshalb is followed by the verb.
- deshalb / weil — Deshalb gives a consequence; weil introduces a reason clause.
Ich bin krank, deshalb bleibe ich zu Hause.
I am ill, so I am staying at home.