por lo tanto /poɾlotˈanto/ · adverb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "hence".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: por lo tanto
  • Language: Spanish
  • Meaning: hence
  • IPA: /poɾlotˈanto/
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: adverb
  • Image:Photo of por lo tanto (Spanish)

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Example Sentences

  • Él era el hijo mayor, por lo tanto heredó la finca. English: He was the eldest son; therefore he inherited the estate.
  • Las carreteras estaban heladas, por lo tanto el retraso en la entrega. English: The roads were icy, therefore the delivery was delayed.
  • Ella no estudió, por lo tanto sus malos resultados en el examen. English: She didn't study, so she did poorly on the exam.

When and How to Use "por lo tanto"

Use "por lo tanto" when you want to talk about "hence" in Spanish. It functions as "adverb". Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "por lo tanto" mean in Spanish?

"por lo tanto" is the Spanish word for "hence".

What CEFR level is "por lo tanto"?

"por lo tanto" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "por lo tanto"?

"por lo tanto" is tagged as a adverb in SmartWords.

Can you show "por lo tanto" in a sentence?

Él era el hijo mayor, por lo tanto heredó la finca.

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