You use this phrase to say something in a short way. It means 'in short' or 'to sum up'.
要するに、 ClausePrimary
You use this phrase to say something in a short way. It means 'in short' or 'to sum up'.
色々説明しましたが、要するに、このプロジェクトは中止ということです。
I've explained various things, but in short, it means this project is cancelled.
彼は疲れているとか、頭が痛いとか言っていた。要するに、パーティーには行きたくなかったんだ。
He said things like he was tired and had a headache. In short, he didn't want to go to the party.
データが不完全で、分析方法にも問題がある。要するに、この研究から結論を導き出すことはできない。
The data is incomplete, and there are problems with the analysis method. In short, we cannot draw any conclusions from this research.
Aチームは主力選手が怪我をし、Bチームは最近調子が良かった。要するに、試合の結果は予想通りだった。
Team A's star player was injured, and Team B had been in good form recently. In short, the result of the match was as expected.
値段も手頃だし、デザインもいい。要するに、これは「買い」だね。
The price is reasonable, and the design is good too. In short, this is a 'buy'.
This phrase shows you know a lot. You are sure about what you say. It can sound a bit strong. It quickly gets to the main idea.
要するに (yōsuru ni) is like saying "in short." It takes a long story and makes it short. つまり (tsumari) means "in other words." It rephrases something in a different way. It does not always make it shorter. すなわち (sunawachi) is more formal. It means "namely" or "that is." It defines something clearly.
Use this when you want to summarize. It tells people the main point. You are giving the most important idea.
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