This word means 'therefore' or 'for this reason'. You use it to show a strong cause and effect.
Clause + ゆえにPrimary
Clause + 故に
This word means 'therefore' or 'for this reason'. You use it to show a strong cause and effect.
我思う、ゆえに我あり。
I think, therefore I am.
全ての物質は原子から構成されている。ゆえに、この机も原子の集合体である。
All matter is composed of atoms. Therefore, this desk is also an aggregate of atoms.
彼は長年にわたり王に忠誠を尽くした。故に、多大な褒賞を与えられた。
He served the king faithfully for many years. Hence, he was given a great reward.
その証拠には客観性がなかった。ゆえに、裁判では採用されなかった。
That evidence lacked objectivity. Therefore, it was not admitted in the trial.
需要が供給を大幅に上回っております。ゆえに、価格を改定せざるを得ません。
Demand is significantly exceeding supply. For this reason, we have no choice but to revise the prices.
This word is very formal. It sounds like something from an old book. You would not use it when talking to friends. It is for serious writing, like in a science paper.
ゆえに is very formal. It means 'therefore' in a strong, logical way. したがって is similar but ゆえに feels deeper. だから also means 'therefore' but is more casual. そこで means 'so' but shows you did something new because of a situation.
Don't use this when you are talking with friends. It sounds too formal. You can use it in writing.
Use this when you want to show a strong, clear reason for something. It means "because of this," or "therefore." It helps you make a strong point.
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