Korean phrase
이는 ~ 때문입니다. i neun ~ ttae mu nim ni da
Meaning
This is due to ___
When to use it
It gives the reason for an event or situation. It is a polite expression used in formal speech and writing.
Example dialogue
회의가 연기된 이유가 무엇입니까? hoe ui ga yeon gi doen i yu ga mu eo sim ni kka
Why was the meeting postponed?
이는 교통 체증 때문입니다. i neun kyo tong che jeung ttae mu nim ni da
This is due to traffic congestion.