N3
こうして (kōshite)
こうして
thus, in this way, like this
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used to connect two sentences or clauses, indicating the manner or method by which something is done, or to show the result/consequence of a preceding action. It translates to 'in this way', 'thus', or 'by doing this'.
📝 Example Sentences
彼は毎日練習した。こうして、ピアノが上手になった。
He practiced every day. In this way, he became good at the piano.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "こうして"!
彼女は一生懸命勉強した。_______、試験に合格することができた。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「一生懸命勉強した」という行動の結果として「合格した」ので、「こうして」が適切です。
English: "こうして" is appropriate because it shows the result ("passed the exam") of the preceding action ("studied hard").
English: "こうして" is appropriate because it shows the result ("passed the exam") of the preceding action ("studied hard").
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