Meaning
Used to rephrase or clarify a statement in a simpler or different way.
Cultural Background
Used in formal debates to show intellectual rigor. Used similarly to France, but often with a slightly more relaxed tone in business. Very common in political discourse. Used in formal banking and diplomatic contexts.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma after the phrase to give the listener a moment to prepare for the clarification.
Meaning
Used to rephrase or clarify a statement in a simpler or different way.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma after the phrase to give the listener a moment to prepare for the clarification.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank.
Le projet est complexe. ______, nous devons travailler dur.
It is used to clarify the previous statement.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesLe projet est complexe. ______, nous devons travailler dur.
It is used to clarify the previous statement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it must introduce the clarification.
Related Phrases
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