ADVERB
insofern/ɪnˈzoːfɛʁn/insofar; in this respect; to that extent
insofern is a German adverb that means insofar, in this respect, or to that extent. It is pronounced /ɪnˈzoːfɛʁn/.
Definitions
1.to that extent; in this respect; as far as(relation; connection)
a.indicates the extent or way in which something is true
Insofern kann ich dir zustimmen, als wir beide das gleiche Ziel verfolgen.—In that respect, I can agree with you, since we both pursue the same goal.
2.since; because; given that (usually with 'als' or 'als dass')(causal; as a conjunction)
a.introduces a reason or cause for something
Insofern als das Wetter schlecht ist, bleiben wir zu Hause.—Since the weather is bad, we will stay at home.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "insofern" mean in English?
- "insofern" means insofar, in this respect, or to that extent. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "insofern"?
- "insofern" is pronounced /ɪnˈzoːfɛʁn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "insofern"?
- "insofern" is a adverb in German.
