彼は遅刻しそうだったので、駅まで全力で走った。
He was about to be late, so he ran to the station at full speed.
Japanese
ので
ので
Meaning: because, since (causal conjunction)
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Example sentences
Since it's raining, I'll take an umbrella.
暗くなったので、電気をつけた。
Because it got dark, I turned on the light.
宿題が早く済んだので遊びに出かけた。
Since I finished my homework quickly, I went out to play.
激しい雨が降っているので、外に出られない。
Since it's raining heavily, I can't go outside.
暑い中を走ったので、全身に汗をかいた。
I ran in the heat, so I broke out in a sweat all over my body.
寒いので、首にマフラーを巻く。
I wrap a muffler around my neck because it's cold.
彼の顔色が悪かったので、心配になった。
I was worried because his face looked pale.
大事な用件だったので、すぐにメールで返信した。
Since it was an important matter, I replied by email immediately.
休養は充分とったので、もう大丈夫です。
I've had plenty of rest, so I'm fine now.
Usage Notes
Attaches to the plain form of verbs, adjectives, and nouns (with な for na-adjectives and nouns). More objective and softer than から. Presents reason as a natural consequence rather than personal judgment. Cannot be used with commands, requests, or suggestions.
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