Por lo demás
Example: Por lo demás, todo en la casa está limpio y ordenado.
Definition
"Por lo demás" is a Spanish expression used to mean 'otherwise' or 'apart from that,' often indicating additional information or a summary statement. It is used to introduce remarks about other aspects not previously mentioned, as in 'Por lo demás, todo en la casa está limpio y ordenado.'
Translations
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otherwise -
voor het overige -
per la resta -
par ailleurs -
ansonsten
Etymology
The expression "por lo demás" originates from Spanish, combining 'por' (for/by), 'lo' (the), and 'demás' (the rest/others). Literally, it means 'for the rest,' reflecting its use to refer to other matters or additional points. Did you know it is commonly used to transition or qualify statements in daily conversation?
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"Por lo demás" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B1) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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