Explanation
Express a cause-and-effect relationship; 'therefore', 'consequently', 'so'.
Formation
A + したがって + B
Detailed explanation
The したがって grammar point is used to express a cause-and-effect relationship between two sentences, where 'A' is the cause and 'B' is the effect, result or conclusion. It can be translated as 'therefore', 'consequently', or 'so' in English.
Examples
Kyou wa ame ga futteimasu. Shitagatte, kasa wo motte ikimashou.
It is raining today. Therefore, let's bring an umbrella.
Kare wa isogashii desu. Shitagatte, kare ni renraku suru no wa yamemashou.
He is busy. Consequently, let's not contact him.
Sono resutoran wa ninki ga arimasu. Shitagatte, yoyaku shinai to seki ga nai kamoshiremasen.
That restaurant is popular. Therefore, there might be no seats if you don't make a reservation.
Shiken ga chikai desu. Shitagatte, benkyou ni shuuchuu shimashou.
The exam is coming up soon. Consequently, let's focus on studying.
Practice
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