Japanese phrase
遅延の理由は___です。 chi en no ri yū wa ___ de su
Meaning
The reason for the delay is ___.
When to use it
Identifies what has caused a delay. The phrase is useful at stations, workplaces, and other settings where a direct explanation is needed.
Example dialogue
電車はなぜ遅れていますか？ den sha wa na ze oku re te i ma su ka
Why is the train delayed?
遅延の理由は大雨です。 chi en no ri yū wa ō ame de su
The reason for the delay is heavy rain.