Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

because

conjunction
/bɪˈkɔːz/
Definition
for the reason that; since.
Examples
  • She was late because she missed the bus.
  • I chose to stay home because it was raining.
  • He is studying hard because he wants to pass the exam.
Meaning
The word ‘because’ is used to introduce a reason or explanation for something.
Synonyms
  • since
  • as
  • for the reason that
  • due to