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Translation

therefore, so, that is why

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Word origin

Compound of per ('for, through') and ciò ('this, that'), itself from Latin ecce hoc.

Origin
Latin
Root
per + ecce hoc

Examples

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I missed the train, so I arrived late.

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He had no money, so he could not buy the ticket.

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That is why I decided to stay at home.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 11: Words 681-690.