Used to introduce further information or an additional point in a list or argument; means 'außerdem' (also/in addition) or 'darüber hinaus' (furthermore/beyond that). The officially correct spelling is 'des Weiteren'.
example
Die Wohnung ist sehr zentral gelegen; desweiteren wurde sie erst kürzlich renoviert.
The apartment is very centrally located; furthermore, it was only recently renovated.
Usage tips
Correct spelling
The officially correct spelling is 'des Weiteren' (written as two words, with 'Weiteren' capitalized). The one-word spelling 'desweiteren' is very widespread, but is considered incorrect.
EXAMPLE
Bitte bringen Sie Ihren Ausweis mit. Des Weiteren benötigen wir eine Kopie Ihres Arbeitsvertrags.
Please bring your ID with you. Furthermore, we need a copy of your employment contract.
Sentence position
When 'des Weiteren' (furthermore) stands at the beginning of a sentence (position 1), the verb follows in position 2. However, it can also stand after the verb in the middle of the sentence.
EXAMPLE
Des Weiteren möchte ich auf die neuen Sicherheitsregeln hinweisen.
Furthermore, I would like to point out the new safety rules.
Register and style
'Des Weiteren' (furthermore) is a formal expression used mainly in written language, for example in official letters, reports, or academic texts.
EXAMPLE
Die Studie zeigt einen klaren Trend. Des Weiteren konnten drei neue Hypothesen formuliert werden.
The study shows a clear trend. Furthermore, three new hypotheses could be formulated.
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synonym
desweiteren vs außerdem
also / besides
'außerdem' and 'desweiteren' both add extra information or another argument. In meaning, they are very similar. 'außerdem' sounds more natural in everyday speech and fits almost always. 'desweiteren' sounds more formal and is used especially in texts, presentations, or lists. Important: the officially correct spelling is 'des Weiteren'.
desweiteren
Des Weiteren wurde beschlossen, die Sicherheitsregeln im Zug besser zu erklären.
Furthermore, it was decided to explain the safety rules on the train more clearly.
außerdem
Wir brauchen noch Fahrkarten; außerdem müssen wir das Hotel bestätigen.
We still need tickets; besides, we also have to confirm the hotel.