Així les coses
Example: Així les coses, haurem de canviar els nostres plans aviat.
Definition
"Així les coses" is a Catalan expression meaning 'given the situation' or 'under these circumstances.' It is used to indicate that, considering the current state of affairs, a particular action or decision must be taken, as in the example: 'Així les coses, haurem de canviar els nostres plans aviat.'
Etymology
The phrase "Així les coses" literally translates to 'thus the things' in Catalan. It combines "així" meaning 'thus' or 'so,' with "les coses," meaning 'the things.' This expression figuratively conveys the idea of accepting the situation as it is, leading to a conclusion or decision. Did you know that the phrase is similar to English expressions like 'that being the case' or 'as things stand'?
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