What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hence
Example
She forgot her keys at home, hence she couldn't enter the house. [hence: adverb]
Example
The company is expanding its operations, hence the need for more employees. [hence: conjunction]
therefore
Example
The experiment was successful, therefore the hypothesis was proven. [therefore: adverb]
Example
He didn't study for the exam, therefore he failed. [therefore: conjunction]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Therefore is more commonly used than hence in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hence and therefore?
Therefore is more formal than hence.
