Meaning
used to rephrase something in a simpler or clearer way
Primary Function
clarification / restatement opener
Communicative Purpose
ensures understanding by expressing the same idea differently
Pattern
In other words
Core Structure
In other words
Função primária
clarification / restatement opener
Propósito comunicativo
ensures understanding by expressing the same idea differently
Situações de gatilho
teaching, explaining complex points, writing
Contextos
academic, professional, everyday
Padrão
In other words
Estrutura central
In other words
Slots de substituição
none
Colocados típicos
- that
- which
- who
Substituições comuns
- To put it another way
- That is to say
- Namely
Erros comuns
using it to introduce a completely new idea, not a restatement
Similar / contraste
That is, Namely
Interferências
some may confuse with In word
Família do chunk
- restatement discourse markers
Nuance
helpful, non-confrontational
Efeito pragmático
demonstrates awareness of audience comprehension
Dica de memória
in other words = in alternative words
Nota
This chunk is used to restate an idea in different words to ensure clarity and understanding.
Upgrade path
from I mean → That is to say → In other words
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