〜から (reason)
because ~
Connect what happened to the reason behind it.
Remember it
Reason first, result next: connect them with 〜から (reason).
Understand
Build the pattern
Sentence formula
How it works
「〜から (reason)」 means "because ~". Structure: Sentence + から. This is a JLPT N5 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.
When to use it
Use it to explain decisions, delays, feelings, and everyday choices.
Tone: Neutral
A general pattern; let the sentence ending and situation set the politeness level.
Use
Hear it in real life
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Example 1勉強があるから、忙しいです。
べんきょうがあるから、いそがしいです。
benkyougaarukara, isogashiidesu.
I am busy because there is study.
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Example 2質問があるから、忙しいです。
しつもんがあるから、いそがしいです。
shitsumongaarukara, isogashiidesu.
I am busy because there is question.
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Example 3買い物があるから、忙しいです。
かいものがあるから、いそがしいです。
kaimonogaarukara, isogashiidesu.
I am busy because there is shopping.
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Example 4洗濯があるから、忙しいです。
せんたくがあるから、いそがしいです。
sentakugaarukara, isogashiidesu.
I am busy because there is laundry.
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Example 5電話があるから、忙しいです。
でんわがあるから、いそがしいです。
denwagaarukara, isogashiidesu.
I am busy because there is telephone call.
Make it yours
Choose one example. Replace one person, place, object, or time with a detail from your life, then say the new sentence aloud.
Recall
Test your memory
Recall practice
Can you say it?
1 of 5
Read the situation, look away from the answer, and say the Japanese aloud.
Your situation
I am busy because there is study.
The answer is hidden. Try to use 〜から (reason).
Remember tomorrow
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