توضيح الأفكار: 'بمعنى آخر' (روابط)
Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use 'in other words' to explain a complex idea more simply or to provide a different perspective on what you just said.
- Place it at the start of a new sentence or after a semicolon to clarify the previous point.
- Always follow 'In other words' with a comma to set off the introductory phrase.
- Ensure the second statement logically restates or simplifies the first statement without changing the core meaning.
نظرة عامة
C1، فأنت تدرك يقيناً أن التواصل لا يقتصر فقط على نقل المعلومات، بل يتعلق بالدقة المتناهية (Precision) والقدرة على صياغة الأفكار بأسلوب يتناسب مع السياق والجمهور. في رحلتك نحو الإتقان، ستجد أن الفجوة بين المتحدث المتوسط والمتحدث المتمكن تكمن في استخدام «علامات الخطاب» (Discourse Markers). ومن أهم هذه الأدوات التي تمنحك هذه الحافة الاحترافية هي العبارة الرابطة in other words.in other words أداة جوهرية لإعادة الصياغة (Reformulation). هي إشارة واضحة للمستمع أو القارئ بأنك على وشك تقديم نفس الفكرة السابقة ولكن بقالب لغوي جديد، ربما يكون أبسط، أو أكثر تفصيلاً، أو حتى من زاوية رؤية مختلفة. فكر فيها كجسر يربط بين فكرة معقدة وشرح ميسر، أو بين مصطلح تقني جاف وتفسير عملي ملموس.in other words يعكس وعياً عالياً بمدى استيعاب الطرف الآخر. إنها ليست مجرد تكرار، بل هي استراتيجية بلاغية تهدف إلى «التكافؤ الدلالي» (Semantic Equivalence).C1 لا يترك مجالاً لسوء الفهم، بل يبادر بتوضيح مقاصده قبل أن يُطلب منه ذلك، مما يظهر ثقة كبيرة باللغة وقدرة على تطويع المفردات.in other words كتعليق «وراء لغوي» (Metalinguistic Comment). هذا يعني أنها لا تضيف معلومة جديدة كلياً إلى المحتوى، بل تعلق على الطريقة التي قُدمت بها المعلومة السابقة. في النحو العربي، يمكننا تشبيه عملها بـ «عطف البيان» أو «البدل»، حيث نأتي بلفظ يوضح اللفظ الذي سبقه.- 1مرحلة الطرح الأول: تقدم فكرة قد تكون مجردة (Abstract) أو تقنية (Technical).
- 2مرحلة التقييم: تدرك أن المستمع قد يحتاج إلى تبسيط أو زاوية أخرى.
- 3مرحلة الربط: تستخدم
in other wordsكإشارة انتقال. - 4مرحلة إعادة الصياغة: تقدم الفكرة بكلمات مألوفة أكثر أو أكثر مباشرة.
The project is currently facing significant liquidity constraints (المشروع يواجه حالياً قيوداً كبيرة في السيولة)، فقد تتبعها بقولك: In other words, we have run out of cash (بمعنى آخر، نفدت منا السيولة النقدية).in other words في الجملة فناً يتطلب دقة في علامات الترقيم (Punctuation)، وهو أمر يغفل عنه الكثير من الطلاب العرب نظراً لاختلاف قواعد الترقيم في اللغة العربية التي تميل إلى الجمل الطويلة المترابطة بحرف الواو. في المستوى C1، يُتوقع منك استخدام علامات الترقيم لإظهار البنية المنطقية لحديثك.Sentence 1. In other words, Sentence 2. | The company's assets are non-liquid. In other words, they cannot be easily converted into cash. | تستخدم لإعطاء ثقل واستقلالية للتفسير، مما يسمح للقارئ باستيعاب الفكرة الأولى قبل الانتقال للتوضيح. |Clause 1; in other words, Clause 2. | The legal requirements are mandatory; in other words, you have no choice but to comply. | تعبر عن علاقة منطقية وثيقة جداً بين الجملتين، حيث يُعتبر التفسير مكملاً فورياً للجملة الأولى. |Part of clause, in other words, clarification. | The primary objective, in other words, the main goal, is to increase market share. | تعمل كبديل سريع أو توضيح لمصطلح معين داخل الجملة دون كسر تدفقها بشكل كبير. |In other words, [Summary/Clarification]. | In other words, you're saying that the deal is off? | تُستخدم في الحوارات للتأكد من فهم كلام الطرف الآخر أو لتلخيص نقاش طويل ومعقد. |in other words عندما تبدأ بها جملة أو تأتي بعد فاصلة منقوطة. هذا التوقف القصير ضروري جداً في الإيقاع الإنجليزي لتنبيه المستمع إلى أن ما سيأتي هو التفسير.in other words ليس عشوائياً؛ فهناك سياقات محددة تجعل من هذه العبارة أداة سحرية في يد المتحدث البارع:- 1تبسيط المصطلحات المعقدة (Simplifying Jargon):
The system uses end-to-end encryption; in other words, nobody except the sender and receiver can read the messages. هنا، قمت بنقل المستمع من مصطلح تقني جاف إلى فائدة عملية ملموسة.- 1توضيح التبعات (Clarifying Implications):
The deadline is non-negotiable. In other words, if we don't finish by Friday, we lose the contract. هنا، العبارة تُستخدم للتحذير وإظهار الجدية.- 1التلخيص بعد إسهاب (Summarizing):
We've discussed budget, staffing, and logistics. In other words, we are ready to launch.- 1التأكد من الفهم في الحوار (Checking Understanding):
In other words, you think we should wait? هذا يظهر أنك مستمع نشط (Active Listener).- 1إعادة الصياغة لأغراض بلاغية (Rhetorical Rephrasing):
The candidate was economical with the truth; in other words, he lied. لاحظ هنا كيف استُخدمت in other words للانتقال من تعبير مهذب (Euphemism) إلى الحقيقة الصادمة.Meaning كبديل غير صحيح:He is busy, meaning he can't come. رغم أن هذه الجملة قد تكون صحيحة في سياق معين كجملة حالية، إلا أن استخدام In other words أقوى وأكثر دقة كروابط منطقية بين جملتين مستقلتين. الخطأ الشائع هو قول: He is busy. Meaning, he can't come. (هذا تركيب ضعيف).He is busy; in other words, he can't come.In other words we will go بدون فاصلة تجعل الجملة تبدو كأنها «في كلمات أخرى نذهب»، وهو ما يربك القارئ. يجب أن تكون: In other words, we will go.in other words هو التوضيح أو التبسيط. إذا كانت الجملة الثانية هي نسخة طبق الأصل من الأولى دون أي قيمة مضافة أو تبسيط، فإن استخدام العبارة يصبح حشواً (Tautology). مثال سيء: `He is a teacher. (هذا لا يضيف شيئاً). مثال جيد: He is a teacher. In other words, his life is dedicated to shaping young minds.`That is to say:
that is to say (أي) تُستخدم غالباً لتحديد أو حصر معنى كلمة معينة بدقة، بينما in other words تميل لإعادة صياغة الفكرة كاملة بأسلوب أبسط.C1 أن تفرق بين الأدوات المتقاربة لتعرف متى تستخدم كل واحدة منها بدقة.In other words |That is to say (i.e.) | تستخدم لتعريف مصطلح أو إعطاء تفاصيل محددة جداً. | أكثر رسمية وغالباً ما تركز على التفاصيل التقنية بدلاً من التبسيط. |To put it simply | تُستخدم صراحةً للتبسيط الشديد (للأطفال أو غير المختصين). | تركز فقط على التبسيط، بينما in other words قد تُستخدم للتبسيط أو للتأكيد أو لتغيير النبرة. |Namely | تستخدم لتسمية أشياء محددة ذكرتها للتو. | تُستخدم لذكر الأسماء أو الأمثلة المحددة، وليس لإعادة صياغة فكرة كاملة. |Conversely | تستخدم لتقديم فكرة معاكسة تماماً. | هي عكس in other words؛ فهي تبحث عن التناقض لا عن التكافؤ. |We need more human resources; in other words, we need to hire more people.(إعادة صياغة عامة).We need more human resources; namely, two developers and a designer.(تحديد مسميات).We need more human resources; that is to say, people with high emotional intelligence.(تحديد نوعية معينة).
in other words في الكتابة الأكاديمية الرسمية؟to put it another way؟To put it another way قد تبدو أكثر تنوعاً من الناحية الأسلوبية وتوحي بأنك ستقدم الفكرة من منظور مختلف تماماً، بينما in other words هي الأكثر شيوعاً ومباشرة.I mean... بدلاً منها، لكن in other words تظل الخيار الأفضل لإظهار الرقي والوضوح اللغوي.in other words هو دليل على أنك لا تهتم فقط بما تقوله، بل بمدى فهم الآخرين لك. استمر في التدرب، وحاول دمجها في محادثاتك القادمة سواء في العمل أو مع أصدقائك. يلّا نبدأ بالتطبيق!Sentence Positioning and Punctuation
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Start of Sentence
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Period (.)
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Comma (,)
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Introduces a new, clearer thought.
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Middle of Sentence
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Semicolon (;)
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Comma (,)
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Connects two closely related ideas.
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Parenthetical
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Comma (,)
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Comma (,)
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Rare; used for quick asides.
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Synonyms and Abbreviations
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i.e.
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Abbreviation
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Formal writing only (Latin: id est).
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That is to say
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Very formal/Academic.
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To put it simply
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Neutral/Informal simplification.
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Meanings
A phrase used to introduce a statement that repeats what has been said in a different and usually simpler way, or to explain the true meaning of something.
Simplification
To take a technical or jargon-heavy statement and make it understandable for a general audience.
“The patient is suffering from acute rhinitis; in other words, he has a very bad cold.”
“We need to optimize our synergistic workflows. In other words, we need to work together better.”
Summarization
To condense a long, rambling explanation into a single, punchy point.
“He didn't call, he didn't write, and he missed the meeting. In other words, he's not interested.”
“The weather was terrible, the food was cold, and the hotel was dirty. In other words, the trip was a disaster.”
Strategic Reframing
To change the 'spin' of a statement to highlight a specific consequence or interpretation.
“The government is 'adjusting the tax brackets.' In other words, they are raising our taxes.”
“The software is 'undergoing a scheduled maintenance window.' In other words, it's broken right now.”
Reference Table
| نوع الاستخدام | الوظيفة | علامة الترقيم قبلها | مثال |
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تبسيط
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تفكيك المصطلحات المعقدة
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It's convoluted; in other words, it's confusing.
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توضيح
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تقديم منظور أوضح
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I didn't get it. In other words, please re-explain.
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تلخيص
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تقديم نسخة موجزة
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Long story short; in other words, it worked out.
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تأكيد
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تسليط الضوء على نقطة رئيسية
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You must submit on time. In other words, no extensions.
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تفسير عملي
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ربط النظرية بالممارسة
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He's a polyglot, in other words, he speaks many languages.
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خطأ شائع
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تقديم فكرة جديدة
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غير متوفر
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I love coffee, in other words, I like tea. (Incorrect!)
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طيف الرسمية
The company is undergoing a restructuring process; in other words, your position has been eliminated. (Workplace)
The company is cutting costs. In other words, they are letting people go. (Workplace)
The boss is cleaning house. In other words, you're fired. (Workplace)
You're getting the boot. In other words, you're ghosted by the payroll. (Workplace)
قوة 'In Other Words'
الغرض
- توضيح جعل الشيء واضحًا أو مفهومًا
- تبسيط جعل الشيء أسهل فهمًا
- إعادة صياغة قول الشيء بكلمات مختلفة
- تأكيد إعطاء أهمية خاصة لـ
السياقات
- أكاديمي شرح النظريات المعقدة
- مهني تبسيط المصطلحات في الاجتماعات
- عادي تلخيص أثناء الدردشة
- رقمي التوضيح على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي/الرسائل النصية
'In Other Words' مقابل أدوات الربط المشابهة
هل يجب أن أستخدم 'In Other Words'؟
هل ذكرت للتو شيئًا قد يكون معقدًا أو غير واضح؟
هل الجملة التالية هي إعادة صياغة/تبسيط مباشر للفكرة السابقة؟
هل علامات الترقيم صحيحة (فاصلة/فاصلة منقوطة قبلها، فاصلة بعدها)؟
استخدامات 'In Other Words'
للتبسيط
- • مصطلحات تقنية
- • مفاهيم أكاديمية
- • أفكار مجردة
للتوضيح
- • عبارات غير واضحة
- • نقاط يساء فهمها
- • عبارات غامضة
للتلخيص
- • شروحات طويلة
- • مناقشات مفصلة
- • الرسالة الأساسية
للتأكيد
- • النقاط الرئيسية
- • العواقب الحاسمة
- • الآثار الهامة
أمثلة حسب المستوى
I am a doctor. In other words, I help sick people.
It is 12:00 PM. In other words, it is lunchtime.
She is my mother's sister. In other words, she is my aunt.
The shop is closed. In other words, we cannot buy milk.
The movie was very boring. In other words, I didn't like it.
He is very wealthy. In other words, he has a lot of money.
The test was quite easy. In other words, everyone passed.
I have a lot of work. In other words, I am very busy today.
The company is downsizing. In other words, they are firing people.
The recipe is quite complex. In other words, it takes a long time to cook.
He was very vague about his plans. In other words, he didn't tell me where he was going.
The tickets are non-refundable. In other words, you can't get your money back.
The candidate lacks the necessary credentials; in other words, he isn't qualified for the position.
The software is incompatible with your operating system. In other words, it won't run on your computer.
The economic outlook is rather bleak. In other words, we should expect a recession soon.
She was quite economical with the truth. In other words, she lied to us.
The author utilizes a stream-of-consciousness narrative; in other words, the prose mimics the chaotic flow of human thought.
The geopolitical situation has reached a stalemate. In other words, neither side is willing to make the first move toward peace.
The experiment failed to produce statistically significant data. In other words, the results could have happened by pure chance.
He is a man of few words and even fewer actions. In other words, he is completely unreliable.
The legislation is essentially a paper tiger; in other words, it possesses the appearance of authority without any actual power of enforcement.
The protagonist's hubris is the catalyst for his inevitable downfall. In other words, his own pride is what destroys him.
The market has reached a point of total saturation. In other words, there is simply no room left for new competitors to gain a foothold.
Her silence was not an admission of guilt, but rather a refusal to engage with a flawed premise. In other words, she wasn't hiding anything; she was protesting.
سهل الخلط
Learners use 'in other words' when they are actually giving an example of a category.
Learners sometimes use it to introduce a contrasting idea.
Learners use 'in other words' to list items.
أخطاء شائعة
I like cats in other words I love them.
I like cats. In other words, I love them.
He is my brother, in other words my sibling.
He is my brother. In other words, he is my sibling.
In other words I am happy.
In other words, I am happy.
I am tall in other words.
In other words, I am tall.
The shop is closed in other words we go home.
The shop is closed. In other words, we are going home.
He is rich, in other words, he has money.
He is rich; in other words, he has money.
In other words, he is rich he has money.
He has money. In other words, he is rich.
The weather is bad, in other words, it's raining.
The weather is bad; in other words, it's raining.
He is a vegetarian. In other words, he eats meat.
He is a vegetarian. In other words, he doesn't eat meat.
I'm tired. In other words, furthermore, I'm going to sleep.
I'm tired. In other words, I'm going to sleep.
The fiscal policy is regressive, in other words, it hurts the poor.
The fiscal policy is regressive; in other words, it hurts the poor.
The results were anomalous, in other words, they were strange.
The results were anomalous; in other words, they were unexpected.
In other words, the treaty was signed.
The parties reached an agreement. In other words, the treaty was signed.
أنماط الجُمل
The ___ is ___; in other words, ___.
He/She is ___, ___, and ___. In other words, he/she is ___.
So, in other words, you're saying ___?
The ___ has reached ___; in other words, ___.
Real World Usage
I have a high degree of emotional intelligence; in other words, I work well with difficult people.
I'm not coming. In other words, I'm staying in bed all day.
The cells are undergoing mitosis; in other words, they are dividing.
The tenant shall vacate the premises; in other words, you have to move out by Friday.
Your subscription has lapsed. In other words, you need to pay to keep using the app.
I think we should see other people. In other words, I'm breaking up with you.
خليك موجز ومختصر
تجنب التناقضات
I like coffee; however, I prefer tea.(Not 'in other words')
استبق الارتباك والغموض
The algorithm is recursive; in other words, it calls itself.
سد فجوات التواصل
The synergy is crucial; in other words, we need to work together.
علامات الترقيم مهمة
Smart Tips
Break it into two. Use 'In other words' at the start of the second sentence to summarize the main point of the first.
Immediately follow it with '; in other words,' and a simple definition.
Use 'In other words' to strip away the politeness.
If you can't follow a sentence with 'In other words,' your first sentence might be too confusing even for you!
النطق
The Comma Pause
There is always a slight drop in pitch and a brief pause after 'words' to signal the start of the clarification.
Stress Pattern
The primary stress is usually on 'oth' and 'words'.
Falling-Rising
In other words... (rising at the end)
Conveys that the speaker is searching for a simpler way to explain something.
احفظها
وسيلة تذكّر
Think of 'In other words' as an 'Equal Sign' (=) for sentences.
ربط بصري
Imagine a translator standing between two people. One person speaks in complex code, and the translator says 'In other words' before speaking in plain English.
Rhyme
When the meaning is blurred and not quite clear, say 'In other words' so all can hear.
Story
A scientist explains a 'rapid atmospheric discharge' to a child. The child looks confused. The scientist smiles and says, 'In other words, it's lightning.' The child understands immediately.
Word Web
تحدٍّ
Write down a complex sentence about your job or a hobby. Then, write 'In other words,' and explain it as if you were talking to a 10-year-old.
ملاحظات ثقافية
British speakers might use 'That is to say' or 'Put simply' more frequently in formal contexts than Americans, who favor 'In other words'.
In Western academia, using 'in other words' is seen as a sign of a 'considerate writer' who cares about the reader's understanding.
It is often used to 'translate' corporate jargon into actionable items during meetings.
The phrase 'in other words' has been used in English since at least the 14th century (Middle English). It is a literal translation of the concept of 'paraphrasing'.
بدايات محادثة
Can you explain your job to me? In other words, what do you actually do all day?
The economy seems very volatile right now. In other words, are you worried about your savings?
Some people say that 'less is more.' In other words, do you prefer a minimalist lifestyle?
The climate crisis is accelerating. In other words, do you think we've passed the point of no return?
مواضيع للكتابة اليومية
أخطاء شائعة
Test Yourself
The CEO announced a strategic realignment; _______, they're changing the company's direction.
Find and fix the mistake:
I don't like chocolate, in other words, I love vanilla.
Arrange the words in the correct order:
All words placed
Click words above to build the sentence
Score: /3
تمارين تطبيقية
8 exercisesWhich sentence uses 'in other words' correctly?
The company is bankrupt; ____, it has no money left.
Find and fix the mistake:
The weather is very volatile, in other words, it changes quickly.
He is very stingy. He hates spending money.
Match the pairs:
A: 'The boss said we need to optimize our human capital.' B: '____, he's going to fire us?'
'In other words' can be used to introduce a completely new and unrelated idea.
The experiment was a failure; in other words, ___.
Score: /8
Practice Bank
11 exercisesThe data indicated a statistically significant correlation; _______, the two variables were clearly linked.
I'm really busy with work, in other words, I'm going to the concert tonight.
Choose the correct sentence:
Translate into English: 'Ella es muy introvertida, en otras palabras, prefiere pasar tiempo sola.'
Arrange these words into a sentence:
Match the statements with their correct rephrasing using 'in other words'.
The experiment yielded inconclusive results; _______, we couldn't draw a clear conclusion.
The new policy is draconian in other words it's extremely harsh.
Which usage of 'in other words' is correct?
Translate into English: 'El gerente fue muy explícito; en otras palabras, no dejó lugar a dudas.'
Order these words to make a sentence:
Score: /11
الأسئلة الشائعة (8)
Yes, it is very common to start a new sentence with this phrase to clarify the previous one. Just remember the comma: `In other words, ...`
It is neutral. It is perfectly acceptable in formal essays, business meetings, and casual conversation.
`i.e.` is a formal abbreviation used in writing (meaning 'that is'). `In other words` is used in both speech and writing and is slightly more flexible.
Yes, in standard written English, a comma is required because it is an introductory phrase.
No. Use `for example` or `such as` for examples. Use `in other words` to say the same thing in a different way.
It's best to avoid over-using it. If you need to clarify multiple times, try using `that is to say` or `simply put` for variety.
Only if it's set off by commas as a parenthetical, but this is rare and usually less clear than using a semicolon.
It can be neutral, but it can also be used to show frustration or to be blunt (e.g., 'In other words, shut up').
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In Other Languages
En otras palabras / Es decir
Spanish often uses 'o sea' in informal speech, which is much more common than 'in other words' is in informal English.
En d'autres termes / C'est-à-dire
French speakers might use 'enfin' to reformulate, which doesn't translate directly to 'in other words'.
Mit anderen Worten / Das heißt
German punctuation rules around these phrases are stricter regarding comma placement.
言い換えれば (Iikaereba) / つまり (Tsumari)
Japanese connectors often come at the very beginning of a sentence and have specific politeness levels.
بمعنى آخر (Bima'na akhar) / أي (Ay)
Arabic often uses these phrases to explain classical terms in modern dialects.
换句话说 (Huàn jù huà shuō)
Chinese does not use semicolons in the same way, so the transition is usually a new sentence.
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In other words, that is to say, namely, for example, for instance, such as
English with Eman Ali
In other words | شرح استخدامها في اللغة الإنجليزية
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