Chinese phrase

因为〜 yīn wèi 〜

Meaning

because ___

When to use it

It gives the reason for an action or situation. It often links a result to its cause in everyday speech and writing.

Example dialogue

我没去上课,因为我感冒了。 wǒ méi qù shàng kè yīn wèi wǒ gǎn mào le

I didn't attend class because I came down with a cold.

那你要多休息,别太勉强。 nà nǐ yào duō xiū xī bié tài mián qiǎng

In that case, get plenty of rest and don't overdo it.

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