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"In addition" is a phrase which is often translated as "además", and "thus" is an adverb which is often translated as "por lo tanto". Learn more about the difference between "in addition" and "thus" below.
in addition(
ihn
 
uh
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dih
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shuhn
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. además
In addition, the school will offer food and beverage on the field trip.La escuela ofrecerá además comida y bebida en el paseo.
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thus(
thuhs
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. por lo tanto
Inflation thus results from a currency devaluation.La inflación por lo tanto resulta de la devaluación de una moneda.
b. por consiguiente
Exports will be boosted and, thus, more jobs will be created.Se impulsará la exportación y, por consiguiente, se creará más empleo.
a. así
He had agreed to do it thus.Había acordado hacerlo así.
b. de este modo
Place the template and cut the paper thus.Coloca la plantilla y corta el papel de este modo.
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