In other words
Example: He failed the test, in other words, he needs more practice.
Definition
"In other words" is a phrase used to introduce a restatement or clarification of something previously said, often to make the meaning clearer or simpler. For example, it helps explain or summarize an idea in a different way for better understanding.
Etymology
The phrase "in other words" originates from the practice of rephrasing or expressing something differently to aid comprehension. It combines the preposition 'in' with 'other words,' literally meaning 'using different terms.' This usage has been common in English since at least the 16th century.
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"In other words" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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