因为 — meaning in English

English meaning

• as conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
• because conj For the reason that; introduces an explanation or cause.
• for prep Intended to benefit, belong to, or be given to someone or something.

Senses

因为 is used for these senses in English:

• as Being that, considering that, because, since.
• because By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that.
• for (formal, literary) Because.
• for In the role or capacity of; instead of; in place of.

as — full definition

1. conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
2. conj Because; since (giving a reason).
3. prep In the role or function of.
4. adv Used before an adjective or adverb in comparisons of equal degree, typically paired with a second "as".

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