desgleichen

likewise; similarly; the same

adverb des-GLY-khen Rare

Also means

in the same way

Usage Note

Desgleichen is a somewhat formal or written connective meaning 'likewise' or 'the same applies'. It adds a parallel point without fully repeating the previous clause: Er ist Mitglied, desgleichen seine Frau. It is more bookish than ebenso and suits formal texts and elevated prose.

Examples

"Er sprach ausführlich, desgleichen seine Kollegin."

Natural Translation

He spoke at length; likewise his colleague.

Literal Translation

He spoke thoroughly, likewise his colleague.

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