ergo
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɜːrɡoʊ/
KK: /ˈɜrgoʊ/
adverb
Definition
As a result; for that reason.
Example
She didn't study for the exam; ergo, she failed.
Conversation
I think I might skip the party tonight.
Why's that? Did something come up?
Yeah, I have a lot of work to finish, ergo, I need to stay home.
That makes sense. Work always comes first!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
thus
therefore
hence
Antonyms
nonetheless
nevertheless
although
conjunction
Definition
As a result; for that reason.
Example
She was late to the meeting; ergo, she missed the important discussion.
Conversation
I didn't study for the exam, and I think I failed.
Oh no! That's really tough to hear.
Yeah, but I guess I didn't manage my time well, ergo, it was on me.
Root Explanation
Ergo is derived from Latin 'ergo' (meaning therefore or for that reason). It is used to indicate a conclusion or result based on previously stated premises.
Memory Tip
Think of 'therefore' as a way to connect ideas — 'ergo' means that something follows logically from what has been said.
Visually Confused Words
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ego
sergio
overgo
eryngo
cerago
aerugo