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从而
cóng’ér
thus
HSK 5, c, 10 strokes, rank #7308, Hard
从而
cóng’ér
thereby
HSK 5, c, 10 strokes, rank #7308, Hard
cóng’ér(cong2er2)cong er T2
1thus
2thereby
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March 24, 2026
从而(從而)cóng’ér(cong2er2)
从而 (cóng ér) is a conjunction meaning 'thus' or 'thereby.' It is used to indicate a result or consequence of the preceding statement, often linking cause and effect. This term is commonly used in both written and spoken Chinese to connect ideas logically.
Strokes10Frequency#7308DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese literature and discourse, clarity of logical progression is valued. 从而 often appears in formal writing, such as academic papers or speeches, reflecting the importance of reasoned argumentation in Chinese culture.
Memory tip
Imagine a pathway leading from one place to another: 从 (cóng) means 'from,' and 而 (ér) implies 'and then' or 'thus.' Picture a traveler starting their journey from one point and arriving at another, symbolizing the transition from cause to effect.
Meanings of 从而
cóng’ér(cong2er2)
1thus
2thereby
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About 从而
从而Simplified
從而Traditional
10Strokes
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连词连词conjunction (conj.)Part of Speech
#7308Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 从而 with similar conjunctions like 所以 (suǒ yǐ), which means 'therefore.' 从而 is more formal and is often found in written texts. It typically follows a statement that sets up the result it introduces.
HSK Study Tips
As HSK Level 5 vocabulary, 从而 connects well with other words expressing logical relationships, such as 因为 (yīn wèi, 'because') and 所以 (suǒ yǐ, 'therefore'). Focus on practicing its usage in complex sentences to solidify your understanding of cause and effect in Chinese.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 从而 at the beginning of sentences or confuse it with other conjunctions. For example, saying '从而我去了商店' is incorrect; it should follow a cause, like '因为下雨，从而我去了商店.'
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从而 (cóng ér) is a conjunction meaning 'thus' or 'thereby.' It is used to indicate a result or consequence of the preceding statement, often linking cause and effect. This term is commonly used in both written and spoken Chinese to connect ideas logically.
When to use 从而
Be careful not to confuse 从而 with similar conjunctions like 所以 (suǒ yǐ), which means 'therefore.' 从而 is more formal and is often found in written texts. It typically follows a statement that sets up the result it introduces.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 从而 at the beginning of sentences or confuse it with other conjunctions. For example, saying '从而我去了商店' is incorrect; it should follow a cause, like '因为下雨，从而我去了商店.'
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Grammar patterns of 从而
从而 functions as a conjunction — it connects clauses or phrases. Many Chinese conjunctions come in pairs (虽然…但是…, 因为…所以…); use them at the front of the clauses they link. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
