Japanese

だから

だから
Meaning: therefore; so; that's why
Part of Speech: Conjunction

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Example sentences

雨が降っている。だから傘を持って行く
It's raining. Therefore, I'll take an umbrella.
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.
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.

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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