ADVERB

darum/ˈdaːʁʊm/therefore; for that reason; about it

darum is a German adverb that means therefore, for that reason, or about it. It is pronounced /ˈdaːʁʊm/.

Definitions

1.for that reason; consequently; therefore(reason)

a.to express causation or motivation

Ich habe keine Zeit, darum kann ich nicht kommen.—I have no time, therefore I cannot come.

2.about it; concerning that (with prepositions)(reference)

a.to refer to something previously mentioned

Hast du das Buch gelesen? – Ja, ich habe lange darum nachgedacht.—Did you read the book? – Yes, I thought about it for a long time.

Frequently asked questions

What does "darum" mean in English?
"darum" means therefore, for that reason, or about it. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "darum"?
"darum" is pronounced /ˈdaːʁʊm/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "darum"?
"darum" is a adverb in German.

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Make “darum” stick.

Practice it in real sentences in the Alexandria app. Miss it, and Alexandria explains why, then brings it back right before you’d forget.