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~kara (because)

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Use ~から to explain the reason or cause for something. It means "because" and shows why something happened or why you're doing something.

How it works

  • Noun + から
  • Verb base form + から

Example sentences

  1. 雨だから、外に行きません。

    I am not going outside because it is raining.

  2. 疲れたから、寝ます。

    I will sleep because I am tired.

  3. お金がないから、買えません。

    I cannot buy it because I don't have money.

  4. 時間がないから、急いでいます。

    I am hurrying because I don't have time.

  5. 病気だから、学校に行きません。

    I am not going to school because I am sick.

  6. 好きだから、毎日勉強します。

    I study every day because I like it.

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