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eftersom

since · because

Det används för att förklara orsaken till något.

Swedish Word: eftersom

Definition in English: "Etersom" is a conjunction that means "because" or "since". It is used to provide a reason or cause for something mentioned in the main clause.

Usage:

  • It introduces a subordinate clause that explains why something happens.

Example:

  • Jag stannar hemma eftersom jag är sjuk.
    (I’m staying home because I am sick.)

Similar Words:

  • för: Another word for "because," often used at the beginning of a sentence.
    Jag stannar hemma, för jag är sjuk.
  • därför att: A more formal or explanatory form, also meaning "because."
  • eftersom tends to be slightly more formal or explanatory than "för," which is more conversational.

Summary:

  • eftersom = because/since (reason clause)
  • Used primarily in subordinate clauses.
  • More formal or explanatory than "för."

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Examples

Jag stannar hemma eftersom jag är trött.conjunction

I am staying home since I am tired.

Vi tog bussen eftersom det regnade hela dagen.conjunction

We took the bus because it rained all day.

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