因为

yīn wèi

HSK 2.0 Level 2 HSK 3.0 Level 2 Preposition Very common

Definitions

1. because
2. owing to
3. on account of

Word relationships

Related words

2 items

• 所以 suǒ yǐ 所以 suǒ yǐ therefore 所以 often follows 因为 in cause-effect structures: therefore
• 既然 jì rán 既然 jì rán since since, as (introducing a factual premise): since

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Because 因为 is used for subjective reasons, while 由于 is more formal and objective.

Example Sentences

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因为 天气恶劣，通信信号突然中断了。

Due to bad weather, the communication signal suddenly cut off.

因为 天气不好，飞机耽搁了。

Because the weather was bad, the flight was delayed.

因为 自卑，他不敢在大家面前讲话。

Because of low self-esteem, he dares not speak in front of everyone.

因为 下雨，我们没去公园。

Because it rained, we didn't go to the park.

这家公司 因为 经营不善破产了。

This company went bankrupt due to poor management.

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Child Words of 因为

• 因 因 yīn: cause
• 为 为 wéi: as (in the capacity of)
• 为 为 wèi: because of