Ergo: meaning, definitions and examples
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ergo
[ ˈɜːrɡoʊ ]
philosophical reasoning
The term 'ergo' is a Latin word meaning 'therefore.' It is often used in arguments or logical reasoning to indicate a conclusion drawn from previously stated premises. In modern English, it isn't commonly used in everyday conversation but is prevalent in formal or academic contexts. The use of 'ergo' can lend a sense of sophistication to an argument, signaling a logical progression to the reader or listener.
Synonyms
as a result, consequently, therefore, thus.
Examples of usage
- He did not study for the exam, ergo, he did not pass.
- She loves classical music, ergo, she attended the concert.
- The weather is bad; ergo, we should stay indoors.
Translations
Translations of the word "ergo" in other languages:
🇵🇹 portanto
- logo
- consequentemente
🇮🇳 इसलिए
- अत:
- इसलिए कि
🇩🇪 also
- folglich
- deshalb
🇮🇩 jadi
- oleh karena itu
- maka
🇺🇦 отже
- тому
- зокрема
🇵🇱 więc
- zatem
- dlatego
🇯🇵 したがって
- それゆえ
- だから
🇫🇷 donc
- par conséquent
- ainsi
🇪🇸 por lo tanto
- así que
- en consecuencia
🇹🇷 bu nedenle
- dolayısıyla
- o yüzden
🇰🇷 그러므로
- 따라서
- 그렇기 때문에
🇸🇦 لذلك
- إذًا
- ومن ثم
🇨🇿 takže
- proto
- tedy
🇸🇰 takže
- preto
- teda
🇨🇳 因此
- 所以
- 因此
🇸🇮 torej
- zato
- tako
🇮🇸 þess vegna
- því
- þannig
🇰🇿 сондықтан
- демек
- оның себепті
🇬🇪 ამიტომ
- შედეგად
- აქედან გამომდინარე
🇦🇿 ona görə
- buna görə
- beləliklə
🇲🇽 por lo tanto
- así que
- en consecuencia
Etymology
The word 'ergo' originates from Latin, where it directly translates to 'therefore' or 'for that reason.' Its usage in English dates back to the late 19th century, primarily adopted by scholars and philosophers in the fields of logic, mathematics, and rhetoric. As an adverb, it emphasizes a cause-and-effect relationship in reasoning. The incorporation of Latin phrases in English reflects the influence of classical education, particularly during the Renaissance when many Latin terms were integrated into scholarly texts. 'Ergo' has been used by notable figures in philosophy and logic, including Aristotle and later modern philosophers, to clarify complex arguments. Its continued use in contemporary English, especially in academic writings, highlights the lasting impact of Latin on the English language.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #23,198, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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