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"So" is a form of "so", a preposition which is often translated as "under". "De manera que" is a phrase which is often translated as "so". Learn more about the difference between "so" and "de manera que" below.
so(
soh
)A preposition is a word that indicates the relationship between a noun and another word (e.g., He ran through the door.).
1. (subject to)
a. under
Se ha incrementado el número de cámaras de videovigilancia so pretexto de velar por la seguridad ciudadana.The number of CCTV cameras has increased under the pretext of ensuring public safety.
b. on
El Papa le dijo que debía retractarse de lo que había dicho so pena de ser excomulgado.The Pope told him he should withdraw what he's said on pain of excomunion.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
de manera que(
deh
mah
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neh
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rah
keh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
