A formal word that means 'for this reason' or 'following from this'. It introduces a conclusion drawn from something mentioned previously.
example
Die Studie zeigt alarmierende Ergebnisse; hieraus ergibt sich dringender Handlungsbedarf.
The study shows alarming results; as a result, there is an urgent need for action.
Usage tips
Word structure
'Hieraus' is a pronominal adverb made up of 'hier' (here/this) and 'aus' (from/out of). It literally means 'from this' and refers to previously mentioned information.
EXAMPLE
Die Kosten sind höher als erwartet. Hieraus müssen wir Konsequenzen ziehen.
The costs are higher than expected. From this, we must draw consequences.
Sentence position
When 'hieraus' is at the beginning of a sentence (position 1), the verb follows directly after it in position 2. This change in word order is called inversion.
EXAMPLE
Die Daten sind eindeutig. Hieraus folgt, dass unsere Theorie korrekt ist.
The data is clear. From this it follows that our theory is correct.
Register
This word is used almost exclusively in formal written language, for example in academic, legal, or official texts.
EXAMPLE
Der Angeklagte hat kein Alibi. Hieraus schließt der Staatsanwalt auf seine Schuld.
The defendant has no alibi. From this, the prosecutor concludes that he is guilty.
Typical collocations
'Hieraus' is often used in fixed combinations that introduce a logical conclusion. Typical phrases are 'hieraus ergibt sich' (this results in), 'hieraus folgt' (it follows from this), and 'hieraus lässt sich schließen' (one can conclude from this).
EXAMPLE
Die Nachfrage ist stark gesunken. Hieraus ergibt sich die Notwendigkeit, die Produktion anzupassen.
Demand has fallen sharply. As a result, there is a need to adjust production.
Compare with
near_synonym · confusable
hieraus vs deshalb
therefore
'deshalb' and 'hieraus' can both express a result of something said previously. 'deshalb' is very natural in everyday language and introduces a simple consequence. 'hieraus' is formal and means more like: something follows from this matter or from this information. You often find it in reports, explanations, or official texts. Learners may confuse the words because both refer back to a reason. In conversations, 'deshalb' is usually right; 'hieraus' fits better with factual conclusions.
hieraus
Aus den neuen Zahlen ergibt sich ein Problem; hieraus folgt ein größerer Handlungsbedarf.
The new figures reveal a problem; as a result, there is a greater need for action.
deshalb
Anna hat morgen früh einen Termin, deshalb geht sie heute nicht lange aus.
Anna has an appointment early tomorrow morning, so she is not going out for long today.