〜せいで

N3

because of ~ (negative)

Structure

Noun の + せいで

Explanation

「〜せいで」 means "because of ~ (negative)". Structure: Noun の + せいで. This is a JLPT N3 pattern — the examples below slot different everyday and workplace words into the same structure so you can see how it behaves. Learn the structure, then swap in your own words.

Example sentences

seikou no sei de, chikoku shimashita.

Because of the success, I was late.

anshin no sei de, chikoku shimashita.

Because of the relief, I was late.

gen'in no sei de, chikoku shimashita.

Because of the cause, I was late.

nouryoku no sei de, chikoku shimashita.

Because of the ability, I was late.

taido no sei de, chikoku shimashita.

Because of the attitude, I was late.

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