English · Greetings & Phrases
in other words
/ɪn ˈʌðə wɜːdz/
[/ɪn ˈʌðə wɜːdz/]
that is to say
Intermediatephrase
Definition
Used to explain something again more clearly or simply.
Example
The flight is delayed; in other words, we will miss our connection.
The flight is delayed; in other words, we will miss our connection.
Etymology
A literal phrase meaning using different words to restate.
How & Where It’s Used
Introduces a clearer or simpler restatement of an idea.