CEFR A1

because

conjunction

Meaning

For the reason that; to introduce a reason.

Examples

He is tired because he stayed up late.
She passed the test because she studied hard.

Synonyms: as, since, due to, owing to

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because (A1)

conjunction

Pronunciation: /bɪˈkɔːz/

Definition

For the reason that; to introduce a reason.

Examples

He is tired because he stayed up late.
She passed the test because she studied hard.
They are happy because it is their birthday.

How to Use because

because of (prepositional phrase): For the reason of; on account of. — "We stayed home because of the storm."

Synonyms of because

Words with a similar meaning to because:

as
since
due to
owing to

Antonyms of because

Words with the opposite meaning to because:

so
therefore
consequently

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