Example: Im Umkehrschluss bedeutet das, dass wir weniger Risiken eingehen sollten.
Definition
"Im Umkehrschluss" is a German phrase used to indicate a conclusion drawn by reversing the initial argument or reasoning. It means 'by reverse conclusion' or 'conversely,' often used to infer the opposite or an inverse implication of a previous statement.
Translations
conversely
a la inversa
omgekeerd geredeneerd
a la inversa
inversement
Etymology
The phrase "im Umkehrschluss" comes from the German words 'Umkehr,' meaning 'reversal' or 'turnaround,' and 'Schluss,' meaning 'conclusion.' Together, they literally translate to 'in the reverse conclusion.' Did you know that this phrase is a logical term commonly used in German reasoning and debate to express drawing conclusions by reversing premises?
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conversely