HomeGrammarJLPT N5~から、~ (〜kara、~)

~から、~ (〜kara、~)

JLPT N5

Explanation

Expresses reason or cause; 'because', 'since', 'so'.

Formation

Detailed explanation

The ~から grammar point is used to indicate the reason or cause for something. It can be translated as 'because', 'since', or 'so' in English. The formation differs depending on whether it is used with a verb, い-adjective, な-adjective, or noun.

Examples

Ashita wa shiken ga aru kara, konban benkyou shinakereba narimasen.

Because I have an exam tomorrow, I must study tonight.

Kono heya wa semai kara, motto ookii heya wo sagashiteimasu.

Since this room is small, I am looking for a bigger one.

Kare wa tomodachi dakara, tetsudatte kureru deshou.

Since he is my friend, he will probably help me.

Ame ga futta kara, soto ni deraremasen.

Because it rained, I can't go outside.

Practice

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