consequently
/ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/ · /ˈkɑːnsəkwentli/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4590 in the learning path
因此；结果
Definitions
adv. as a result of something mentioned earlier
因此；结果
Example
The bakery was closed; consequently, we went home without bread.
面包店关门了，因此我们没买到面包就回家了。
Housing costs have risen sharply; consequently, many young adults are delaying their decision to live independently.
住房成本大幅上涨，因此许多年轻人推迟了独立居住的决定。
Collocations
- and consequently
- consequently lead to
- consequently require
Word family
- consequence (n.)
- consequent (adj.)
- consequential (adj.)
Synonyms
- therefore
- thus
- hence
Usage tip
是副词而非连词；连接独立句可在前面用分号。
FAQ
- What does consequently mean?
- as a result of something mentioned earlier
- How is consequently pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/, US /ˈkɑːnsəkwentli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
