勝負は時の運だから、勝ち負けにこだわりすぎるな。
Winning or losing is a matter of luck, so don't be too obsessed with it.
Japanese
だから
だから
Meaning: therefore; so; that's why
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Example sentences
It's raining. Therefore, I'll take an umbrella.
この靴はもうボロボロだから、新しいのを買わないといけない。
These shoes are already tattered, so I have to buy new ones.
大人でも難しいのだから、ましてや子供には無理だ。
It is difficult even for adults, let alone children.
しっ、静かにして。赤ちゃんが寝ているんだから。
Shh, be quiet. The baby is sleeping.
今日は給料日だから、昼食をおごるよ。
Today is payday, so I'll treat you to lunch.
秋だからか、最近髪の毛がたくさんぬける。
Maybe because it's autumn, my hair has been falling out a lot lately.
初日のデートだから、あまり気張る必要はないよ。
Since it's your first date, there's no need to try too hard to impress.
彼は意地っ張りだから、自分の間違いを認めない。
He is stubborn, so he won't admit his mistakes.
夕立が来そうだから、早く家に帰ろう
It looks like an evening shower is coming, so let's hurry home.
Usage Notes
Connects two sentences showing cause and effect. The first statement provides the reason for the conclusion that follows. More casual than 'したがって'.
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