〜ために (cause)

N3

because of ~

Structure

Noun の + ために

Explanation

「〜ために (cause)」 means "because of ~". Structure: Noun の + ために. 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 tame ni densha ga okuremashita.

The train was delayed because of the success.

anshin no tame ni densha ga okuremashita.

The train was delayed because of the relief.

gen'in no tame ni densha ga okuremashita.

The train was delayed because of the cause.

nouryoku no tame ni densha ga okuremashita.

The train was delayed because of the ability.

taido no tame ni densha ga okuremashita.

The train was delayed because of the attitude.

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