In turn Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈtɝn
in-TURN
ˈɪn/ /tˈɜːn
in-TURN
Definition
Used to show that one thing follows another in a sequence, or that something is a result or effect of something else.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or neutral. Often used in academic, business, or logical explanations. Common after commas. Do not confuse with 'take turns' (replacing each other). Can mean both sequence and causality.
Spanish: a su vezPortuguese (BR): por sua vezPortuguese (PT): por sua vezChinese (Simplified): 依次 - 相应地Chinese (Traditional): 依次 - 相應地Hindi: बदले में - क्रमशःArabic: بدوره - بالتتابعBengali: পরপর - একের পর এক - এর ফলেRussian: в свою очередьJapanese: 順番に - その結果Vietnamese: lần lượt - kết quả làKorean: 차례로 - 그 결과Turkish: sırayla - bunun sonucundaUrdu: باری باری - اس کے نتیجے میںIndonesian: secara bergantian - pada gilirannya
Example Sentences
Each student spoke in turn during the discussion.
basic
The sun heats the earth, which in turn warms the air.
basic
The manager gave instructions to the team, and they in turn shared them with everyone.
basic
She taught her brother to cook, and he in turn helped her with math.
natural
One mistake can cause another, which in turn leads to bigger problems.
natural
Parents can support teachers, who in turn can inspire students.
natural