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What Does Because Mean?

Conjunction

  • By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that.
  • As is known from the fact that.
  • So that, in order that.

Preposition

  • On account of, because of.

Adverb

  • For the reason (that).
  • On account (of), for sake (of).
  • Used to answer a question that starts with 'why', like saying 'Because I said so.'

Because — Full Explanation

'Because' helps us explain reasons. For example, 'I go to bed early because I need to wake up for school.'

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Because Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
क्योंकि

kyonki

क्योंकि

kyonki

क्यों

kyon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Because

What does 'because' mean?
'Because' is a word we use to explain why something happens. For example, 'I am happy because I got a new toy.'
How do you pronounce 'because'?
You say 'because' like this: bih-kawz.
What is the origin of the word 'because'?
The word 'because' comes from the Old English phrase 'bi cause,' which means 'by reason of.'
What is the meaning of 'because' in Hindi?
The word 'because' in Hindi is 'क्योंकि' (Kyonki).