Korean phrase
~ 때문에 그랬어요. ~ ttae mu ne keu rae sseo yo
Meaning
It was because of ___
When to use it
This politely gives the reason something happened. It often explains a personal reason, such as poor health or family matters, without sounding too strong.
Example dialogue
오늘 왜 결석했어요? o neul wae kyeol seo kae sseo yo
Why were you absent today?
몸 때문에 그랬어요. mom ttae mu ne keu rae sseo yo
It was because I wasn't feeling well.