Par ailleurs
Example: Par ailleurs, il est important de considérer tous les aspects du projet.
Definition
"Par ailleurs" is a French adverbial phrase used to introduce additional information or another point related to the topic. It can be translated as "besides," "moreover," or "furthermore," and is often used to emphasize the importance of considering multiple aspects, as in the example sentence.
Etymology
The phrase "par ailleurs" comes from the French words "par," meaning "by" or "through," and "ailleurs," meaning "elsewhere." Together, they convey the sense of 'from another place' or 'in addition.' Did you know that "ailleurs" originally stems from the Old French word "ailleur," indicating a different location or direction?
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