therefore; because of this; for this reason
Formal or literary conjunction used to state a conclusion or result based on the preceding context. Often found in written arguments, speeches, or formal explanations.
He submitted sufficient evidence. Therefore, his claim was accepted.
For this reason, we propose a review of the plan.
Standard kanji spelling using 故 (reason/cause).
Archaic kanji spelling using 此 (this). Rarely used in modern writing.
Compound of この (this) + 故 (reason/cause) + に (particle indicating basis). The phrase literally means 'for this reason'.