What does dès lors in French mean?
What is the meaning of the word dès lors in French? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use dès lors in French.
The word dès lors in French means since that, since then, consequently, subsequently, the moment, from the moment. To learn more, please see the details below.
Meaning of the word dès lors
since that, since thenlocution conjonction (à partir de ce moment) (conjunction: Connects words, clauses, and sentences--for example, "and," "but," "because," "in order that.") Dès lors, il n'a jamais refait cette erreur. I've never made that mistake since. |
consequently, subsequentlylocution conjonction (en conséquence) (adverb: Describes a verb, adjective, adverb, or clause--for example, "come quickly," "very rare," "happening now," "fall down.") Il a démissionné. Dès lors, il ne siégera plus au conseil d'administration. He has resigned; consequently, he no longer chairs the management board. |
the moment, from the momentlocution conjonction (à partir du moment où) (conjunction: Connects words, clauses, and sentences--for example, "and," "but," "because," "in order that.") Dès lors que le scandale a éclaté, le ministre a remis sa démission. As soon as the scandal broke, the minister handed in his resignation. |
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