因为 — meaning in English
yīn wèi
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English meaning
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as
conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
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because
conj For the reason that; introduces an explanation or cause.
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for
prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.
Senses
因为 is used for these senses in English:
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as
Being that, considering that, because, since.
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because
By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that.
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for
(formal, literary) Because.
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for
In the role or capacity of; instead of; in place of.
as — full definition
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conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
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conj Because; since (giving a reason).
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prep In the role or function of.
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adv Used before an adjective or adverb in comparisons of equal degree, typically paired with a second "as".
