Meaning
expresses the same idea in a different, often simpler way
Primary Function
reformulation / clarification marker
Communicative Purpose
to rephrase a complex point for clarity or emphasis
Pattern
In other words
Core Structure
In other words
Função primária
reformulation / clarification marker
Propósito comunicativo
to rephrase a complex point for clarity or emphasis
Situações de gatilho
explaining complex concepts, paraphrasing, lectures, meetings
Contextos
very common in spoken and written academic and professional discourse
Padrão
In other words
Estrutura central
In other words
Slots de substituição
alternative phrases such as 'Put differently,' 'That is to say,' or 'To put it another way'
Colocados típicos
- what we mean is
- that is
- to clarify
Substituições comuns
- To put it another way
- That is
- Namely
Erros comuns
using it to introduce new information, incorrect punctuation
Similar / contraste
i.e., namely, that is
Interferências
learners may use single words or phrases from their native language, omitting the full phrase
Família do chunk
- reformulation connectors
- clarification markers
Nuance
signals a friendly attempt to aid understanding, slightly less formal than 'that is to say'
Efeito pragmático
creates an inclusive, explanatory tone, aids in clarity
Dica de memória
rephrase point
Nota
The chunk 'in other words' is used to restate a point in different terms for better understanding. It is common in both spoken and written academic and professional contexts.
Upgrade path
I mean → that is → in other words, using more formal alternatives
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