Idiom idiom
in other words
Meaning
you use this to explain something again in a simpler or different way to make it clearer.
Examples
“In other words, you want to leave early today.”
“The instructions were confusing; in other words, we need to start the whole project over from the beginning.”
“The author argues that the system is inefficient; in other words, it fails to provide the necessary support for those who need it most.”
Origin
disputed origin
disputed origin
Compare various calques such as Spanish en otras palabras, Portuguese em outras palavras, French en d'autres termes and Italian in altre parole.
Last updated April 22, 2026