Korean phrase
~ 때문이에요. ~ ttae mu ni e yo
Meaning
It's because of ___
When to use it
This phrase briefly gives the reason for something. It is common in everyday conversation and sounds polite without being formal.
Example dialogue
왜 지각했어요? wae chi ga kae sseo yo
Why were you late?
버스 때문이에요. peo seu ttae mu ni e yo
It's because of the bus.