To express a logical consequence or a subsequent result, you can use the adverb zodoende (consequently, thus, as a result). It is perfect for connecting an action to its outcome, such as the results of a charity campaign or fundraising effort.
Zodoende (Consequently / Thus)
When you begin a second clause with zodoende, it occupies the first position in that clause. As with other adverbs, this triggers inversion: the finite verb moves to sit immediately before the subject.
| The fundraising was disappointing, consequently we have no income now. | De fondsenwerving viel tegen, zodoende hebben we nu geen inkomen. |
| A donor gave a lot of money, thus we have reached the target amount. | Een donateur gaf veel geld, zodoende hebben we het streefbedrag bereikt. |
| Everyone helped out voluntarily, consequently the event was a great success. | Iedereen hielp vrijwillig mee, zodoende was het evenement een groot succes. |
You can also link the two clauses with the conjunction en (and). Since en does not take up a position in the word order, zodoende remains the first element of the new clause, and the inversion rule still applies.
| The people were generous and as a result we could help the orphanage. | De mensen waren gul en zodoende konden we het weeshuis helpen. |
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