Explanation
Expresses reason or cause; 'because', 'since', 'so'.
Formation
Sentence A + ですから + Sentence B
Detailed explanation
The ですから grammar point is used to indicate the reason or cause for a statement, often in polite speech. It can be translated as 'because', 'since', or 'so'.
Examples
今日は寒いですから、コートを着てください。
Kyou wa samui desu kara, kooto o kite kudasai.
It's cold today, so please wear a coat.
この映画は面白いですから、ぜひ見てください。
Kono eiga wa omoshiroi desu kara, zehi mite kudasai.
This movie is interesting, so please watch it.
明日は休みですから、ゆっくり休んでください。
Ashita wa yasumi desu kara, yukkuri yasunde kudasai.
Tomorrow is a day off, so please take your time to rest.
彼は親切ですから、手伝ってくれるでしょう。
Kare wa shinsetsu desu kara, tetsudatte kureru deshou.
He's kind, so he'll probably help you.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.