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JLPT N3 Grammar

つまり

N3説明

N3 · 説明 · つまり + 句子

Meaning

in other words; in short

Structure

つまり + 句子

Explanation

Summarizes, rephrases, or draws a conclusion from the previous content.

Usage

Used in both speech and writing, and more natural in casual contexts than すなわち.

Example

このサービスは無料で使える。つまり、登録すれば誰でも利用できるということだ。

This service can be used for free. In other words, anyone can use it after registering.

Common Mistake

Do not use it for an unrelated new topic; it must summarize or rephrase the previous content.

Memory Tip

Compress the previous content into one sentence.

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