Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #150
Word (Wort)

deshalb

Translation (Übersetzung) therefore, that's why, so
Pronunciation (Aussprache) [ˈdɛsˌhalp]
A2
Adverb
Beginner
Neutral
Tags (Tags)
adverb causal A2 connector common beginner
"Deshalb" is a causal adverb used to express a consequence or reason. It is one of the most common German words for linking cause and effect. It is often used at the beginning of a main clause and is followed by the verb in second position. It is synonymous with "deswegen" and "darum," which are often interchangeable, though "deshalb" is slightly more formal than "darum." It is derived from the Middle High German "des halp," meaning "for that reason."

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deshalb is a German Adverb

Learn deshalb meaning, translation, pronunciation, and usage examples. deshalb is classified as an Adverb in German grammar.

deshalb Examples (Beispiele) in English

deshalb examples with English translations. See how to use deshalb in sentences. deshalb example sentences in English below.

Es regnet, deshalb bleibe ich zu Hause.
It is raining, therefore I am staying at home.
Expressing a direct consequence of the weather.
Ich habe Hunger, deshalb esse ich einen Apfel.
I am hungry, so I am eating an apple.
Linking hunger to the action of eating.
Sie ist krank, deshalb kann sie nicht zur Arbeit gehen.
She is sick, that's why she cannot go to work.
Explaining the reason for absence from work.
Das Buch ist interessant, deshalb lese ich es.
The book is interesting, so I am reading it.
Connecting interest to the activity of reading.
Er hat viel gelernt, deshalb besteht er die Prüfung.
He studied a lot, therefore he passes the exam.
Showing the result of studying.
Wir haben kein Geld, deshalb kaufen wir nichts.
We have no money, so we are not buying anything.
Indicating a financial constraint leading to a decision.
Die Straße ist nass, deshalb fahre ich vorsichtig.
The road is wet, that's why I am driving carefully.
Linking road condition to driving behavior.
Ich mag Musik, deshalb höre ich oft Radio.
I like music, so I often listen to the radio.
Expressing a personal preference leading to a habit.
Es ist spät, deshalb gehe ich schlafen.
It is late, therefore I am going to sleep.
Using time as a reason for an action.
Der Film war langweilig, deshalb sind wir gegangen.
The movie was boring, so we left.
Describing a reaction to a boring event.

deshalb — common mistakes (English)

Learner-focused corrections for deshalb — typical errors vs. correct German, with short explanations.

  • Ich bin müde, deshalb ich schlafe.
    Ich bin müde, deshalb schlafe ich.
    "Deshalb" is an adverb that introduces a main clause, so the verb must come in second position after it. The incorrect sentence places the subject before the verb, which is wrong in this structure.
  • Deshalb, ich gehe nach Hause.
    Deshalb gehe ich nach Hause.
    No comma is used after "deshalb" when it starts a main clause; the verb immediately follows in second position.
  • Weil ich müde bin, deshalb schlafe ich.
    Weil ich müde bin, schlafe ich.
    Using both "weil" (subordinating conjunction) and "deshalb" (adverb) in the same sentence is redundant. Use one or the other to express cause and effect.

deshalb Word Family - deshalb Related Words - deshalb Family Members

deshalb Word Family (Wortfamilie)

deshalb word family includes related words, derivatives, and word forms. Learn deshalb family members with meanings, translations, and usage. Explore deshalb related words and expand your German vocabulary.

Etymological Origin (Etymologischer Ursprung)
des halp
Meaning: for that reason
Example: Middle High German origin meaning "for that reason."
Phrase
Synonym (Synonym)
deswegen
Meaning: therefore
Example: Ich bin müde, deswegen gehe ich früh ins Bett.
Adverb
darum
Meaning: therefore
Example: Es ist kalt, darum trage ich einen Mantel.
Adverb

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deshalb Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

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deshalb Collocations (Kollokationen)

deshalb collocations are common word combinations that native speakers use. Learn deshalb word combinations and how to use deshalb with other words naturally.

Deshalb bin ich hier.
That's why I am here.
High frequency
Deshalb habe ich Angst.
That's why I am afraid.
High frequency
Deshalb geht es nicht.
That's why it doesn't work.
High frequency
Deshalb ist es wichtig.
That's why it is important.
High frequency
Deshalb muss ich gehen.
That's why I have to go.
Medium frequency
Deshalb lache ich.
That's why I am laughing.
Medium frequency
Deshalb denke ich so.
That's why I think so.
Medium frequency
Deshalb habe ich gefragt.
That's why I asked.
Medium frequency
Deshalb ist es kalt.
That's why it is cold.
Low frequency
Deshalb mag ich es.
That's why I like it.
Low frequency

deshalb Idioms (Redewendungen)

deshalb idioms and expressions. Learn German idioms containing deshalb with meanings and explanations. Master deshalb expressions used in everyday German.

Deshalb also!
So that's why!
An exclamation used when suddenly understanding the reason for something.
Deshalb und darum.
For this and that reason.
Used to vaguely indicate various reasons without specifying them.

deshalb Synonyms (Synonyme)

deshalb synonyms - words with similar meanings. Find alternative words for deshalb and expand your German vocabulary. Learn deshalb similar words and their usage.

deswegen
Meaning: therefore, that's why
High similarity
darum
Meaning: therefore, that's why
High similarity
daher
Meaning: hence, therefore
Medium similarity
also
Meaning: so, therefore
Medium similarity
folglich
Meaning: consequently, therefore
Low similarity
somit
Meaning: thus, therefore
Low similarity
infolgedessen
Meaning: as a result, consequently
Low similarity

deshalb Antonyms (Antonyme)

deshalb antonyms - opposite words. Learn words with opposite meanings to deshalb. Discover deshalb opposite words and expand your German vocabulary.

trotzdem
Meaning: nevertheless, despite that
dennoch
Meaning: nonetheless, still
obwohl
Meaning: although

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deshalb Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

deshalb semantically related words - words that are conceptually or thematically related to deshalb. Explore deshalb related vocabulary and discover words in the same semantic field. Learn deshalb contextually related words to expand your German vocabulary.

weil da denn also folglich trotzdem obwohl

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