thereby
/ˌðeəˈbaɪ/ · /ˌðerˈbaɪ/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6149 in the learning path
从而；借此
Definitions
adv. as a result of the action just mentioned
从而；借此
Example
She sealed the jar tightly, thereby keeping the biscuits fresh.
她把罐子封得严严实实，从而让饼干保持新鲜。
Cities can expand public transport networks, thereby reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality for residents.
城市可以扩展公共交通网络，从而缓解交通拥堵并改善居民呼吸的空气质量。
Collocations
- thereby reducing costs
- thereby improving efficiency
- thereby enabling
Synonyms
- thus
- consequently
Usage tip
常用逗号加thereby doing，说明前述行为的结果。
FAQ
- What does thereby mean?
- as a result of the action just mentioned
- How is thereby pronounced?
- UK /ˌðeəˈbaɪ/, US /ˌðerˈbaɪ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
