Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #500
Word (Wort)

deswegen

Translation (Übersetzung) therefore, because of that, for that reason
Pronunciation (Aussprache) [dɛsˈveːɡən]
B1
Adverbs
Intermediate
Neutral
Tags (Tags)
adverb causal reason connector intermediate
Deswegen is a causal adverb used to express a reason or cause for something. It is often placed at the beginning of a clause or after the verb. It is synonymous with 'deshalb' and 'daher' but slightly more formal than 'deshalb'. It can be used in both written and spoken German.

deswegen - German Adverbs - deswegen Meaning - deswegen Translation - deswegen Adverbs Examples

deswegen is a German Adverbs

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

deswegen Examples (Beispiele) in English

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

Es regnet, deswegen bleiben wir zu Hause.
It's raining, therefore we are staying at home.
Explaining a decision based on weather conditions.
Ich habe die Prüfung bestanden, deswegen bin ich glücklich.
I passed the exam, that's why I am happy.
Expressing emotion as a result of an achievement.
Der Zug hatte Verspätung, deswegen kam ich zu spät.
The train was delayed, so I arrived late.
Giving a reason for being late.

deswegen — common mistakes (English)

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

  • Ich bin müde, deswegen ich schlafe.
    Ich bin müde, deswegen schlafe ich.
    In German, 'deswegen' does not introduce a subordinate clause, so the verb should not be placed at the end. The word order is similar to a main clause with the verb in second position.
  • Deswegen, ich habe Hunger.
    Deswegen habe ich Hunger.
    Avoid using a comma after 'deswegen' when it starts a sentence. It directly connects to the main clause without punctuation separation in standard usage.
  • Ich habe kein Geld, deswegen ich kann nicht kaufen.
    Ich habe kein Geld, deswegen kann ich nicht kaufen.
    The verb 'kann' should come immediately after 'deswegen' in the second clause, following the verb-second rule in German sentence structure.

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deswegen Word Family (Wortfamilie)

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

derived from (abgeleitet von)
des
Meaning: of that
Example: Des is the genitive form of 'das' (that).
Pronoun
related to (verwandt mit)
wegen
Meaning: because of
Example: Wegen is a preposition meaning 'because of', and 'deswegen' combines 'des' and 'wegen'.
Adverb

deswegen Usage - deswegen Collocations - deswegen Idioms - deswegen Synonyms - deswegen Antonyms

deswegen Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

Learn how to use deswegen in context. Discover deswegen collocations (common word combinations), idioms, synonyms, and antonyms. Master deswegen usage patterns and expand your German vocabulary with related words.

deswegen Collocations (Kollokationen)

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

Deswegen bin ich hier.
That's why I'm here.
High frequency
Deswegen habe ich es getan.
That's why I did it.
High frequency
Deswegen ist es wichtig.
That's why it's important.
High frequency
Deswegen kann ich nicht kommen.
That's why I can't come.
Medium frequency
Deswegen muss ich gehen.
That's why I have to go.
Medium frequency
Deswegen habe ich Angst.
That's why I'm afraid.
Medium frequency
Deswegen ist es passiert.
That's why it happened.
Medium frequency
Deswegen sage ich es dir.
That's why I'm telling you.
Low frequency

deswegen Idioms (Redewendungen)

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

Deswegen nicht gleich die Flinte ins Korn werfen.
Don't give up immediately because of that.
An idiom meaning not to give up too quickly just because of a setback or difficulty.
Deswegen muss man nicht gleich aus der Haut fahren.
You don't have to get angry immediately because of that.
An idiom advising not to lose one's temper over something minor.

deswegen Synonyms (Synonyme)

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

deshalb
Meaning: therefore
High similarity
daher
Meaning: hence, therefore
High similarity
darum
Meaning: therefore, that's why
High similarity
aus diesem Grund
Meaning: for this reason
Medium similarity
folglich
Meaning: consequently
Medium similarity
also
Meaning: so, therefore
Medium similarity
somit
Meaning: thus, therefore
Medium similarity

deswegen Antonyms (Antonyme)

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

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

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deswegen Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

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

daher deshalb darum trotzdem weil denn also

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