Another Word for because – Meaning, Synonyms, and Examples
Using “because” all the time can make your English sound repetitive. Learning another word for “because” helps you give reasons in different ways. This makes your speaking and writing more fluent and interesting.
Meaning of “Because”
“Because” is a conjunction used to give a reason for something. It answers the question “why?” and connects an action with its cause.
Synonyms for “Because”
Here are some common synonyms and alternatives for “because”:
- Since – A great alternative that means “for the reason that.” It’s slightly more formal and often used at the beginning of a sentence.
- As – Works just like “since” to introduce a reason. It’s common in both speaking and writing.
- Due to – A more formal phrase meaning “because of.” It is often followed by a noun phrase.
- Owing to – Similar to “due to,” this is a formal way to explain the cause of something.
Example Sentences
- Since it’s raining, we should cancel the picnic.
- I stayed home as I wasn’t feeling well.
- The game was postponed due to bad weather.
- Owing to a train delay, I arrived late to the meeting.
Mini Dialogue
Alex: Why are you leaving so early?
Sam: Since the traffic is usually bad, I want to avoid it. I’m also tired as I didn’t sleep well last night.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Don’t say: “The event was canceled due to it was raining.” (“Due to” must be followed by a noun, not a full clause with a verb.)
✅ Do say: “The event was canceled due to the rain.” or “The event was canceled because it was raining.”
Let’s Practice!
Which word best fits this sentence?
“_______ the store was closed, we couldn’t buy any groceries.”
(Answer: Since – It correctly introduces the reason at the beginning of the sentence.)
Practice Tip
Try starting a sentence with “Since” today to give a reason, instead of always using “Because.”
Final Note
Knowing another word for “because” helps you explain things more clearly. Use words like “since,” “as,” and “due to” to make your reasons sound more natural in English!