conjunction
therefore; consequently; accordingly
A logical conjunction used at the beginning of a sentence or clause to state a natural result or conclusion based on the preceding context. Common in both spoken and written Japanese.
See also: にしたがって
Tomorrow is a national holiday. Therefore, school is closed.
この製品は需要が高い。したがって、価格が上がるだろう。
This product is in high demand. Accordingly, the price will likely rise.