No. 286 in Romanian

încât

"So that" or "to the extent that."

In a sentence

M-a impresionat atât de mult, încât am rămas fără cuvinte.
It impressed me so much that I was left speechless.
In this sentence, 'încât' is used to introduce the result of a cause mentioned in the preceding clause, showing a cause-effect relationship.
Era atât de obosit, încât a adormit imediat.
He was so tired that he fell asleep immediately.
Here, 'încât' is utilized to connect the degree of tiredness to its direct consequence, creating a logical connection of intensity and outcome.
Făcuse atât de mult zgomot, încât toată lumea l-a auzit.
He made so much noise that everyone heard him.
In this context, 'încât' describes the extent of noise made and its ensuing effect, linking the circumstances of an action to its impact.

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