thus

por lo tanto

Indica que algo ocurre como consecuencia de lo que se acaba de decir.

En inglés sencillo: Used to show that something happens because of what you have just said.

• The road was blocked, thus delaying our arrival.
• She missed the deadline and thus lost her place.
• Lower costs thus allow us to charge less.

Sinónimos: therefore, consequently

Expresiones frecuentes: thus avoid, thus become, and thus

hasta ahora

Hasta el momento presente o el punto al que se ha llegado.

En inglés sencillo: Up to the present time or the point already reached.

• We have had no problems thus far.
• Thus far, only two people have replied.
• Her progress thus far has impressed the team.

Sinónimos: so far, up to now

Expresiones frecuentes: thus far, successful thus far

así, de esta manera

De la manera que se muestra o se describe.

En inglés sencillo: In the way that is shown or described.

• Hold the handle thus.
• The rule, thus stated, is easy to understand.
• Thus arranged, the chairs leave room for everyone.

Sinónimos: in this way, so

Expresiones frecuentes: thus arranged, thus described, thus stated