Definitions
adv. For this reason; as a result
因此；由此
adv. After a stated period measured from now
从现在起；之后
Example
The oven broke, hence our cold dinner tonight.
烤箱坏了，所以今晚我们吃冷餐。
Urban populations are growing rapidly; hence, governments need to invest more in reliable public transport.
城市人口正在迅速增长，因此政府需要加大对可靠公共交通的投入。
Collocations
- hence the need for
- hence the importance of
- years hence
Synonyms
- therefore
- thus
Usage tip
正式用语；表示“因此”时，后面也可直接接名词短语。
FAQ
- What does hence mean?
- For this reason; as a result After a stated period measured from now
- How is hence pronounced?
- UK /hens/, US /hens/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
