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"Therefore" is an adverb which is often translated as "por lo tanto", and "so that" is a phrase which is often translated as "para que". Learn more about the difference between "therefore" and "so that" below.
therefore(
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for
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. por lo tanto
The borrower is unable to repay the loan. Therefore, his assets will be seized.El prestatario no puede pagar el préstamo. Por lo tanto se confiscarán sus bienes.
b. por consiguiente
You said you wanted to buy a house. You should, therefore, start saving.Dijiste que querías comprar una casa. Por consiguiente, deberías empezar a ahorrar.
c. luego (literary)
There aren't enough votes, therefore the motion is not passed.No hay los votos suficientes, luego no se adopta la propuesta.
so that(
so
thaht
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. para que
I will give you money so that you can buy me a ticket.Te voy a dar dinero para que me puedas comprar un boleto.
b. a fin de que
I want to get married so that we can start a new life together.Quiero casarme a fin de que podamos empezar una nueva vida juntos.
