because — for the reason that; since
Part of speech: CONJUNCTION
Definition: for the reason that; since
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈkɔːz/
Example Sentences
- I can't go to the party because my cat scheduled a very important meeting with me.
- She succeeded because she never gave up.
- I'm studying English because I want to travel the world.
because
CONJUNCTION[/bɪˈkɔːz/]
for the reason that; since
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Because originated in the 14th century from the Middle English phrase 'by cause', meaning 'by reason of'. The two separate words gradually fused into a single conjunction, establishing its modern function as a causal conjunctive linking clauses.
Breakdown
by (preposition, indicating agency or means) + cause (noun, from Old French cause, meaning reason or motive) → because (conjunction indicating reason or causation).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I can't go to the party because my cat scheduled a very important meeting with me.”
“She succeeded because she never gave up.”
“I'm studying English because I want to travel the world.”
“He's late because he stopped to pet every dog on the street.”
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