Cause and Effect – English vocabulary
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10 English words with meanings: because, therefore, as a result, since, due to… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.
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- because /bɪ'kɔ:z/ (conjunction) — for the reason that
Example:She stayed at home because it was raining.
Synonyms: since, as, for the reason that - therefore /'ðeəfɔ:r/ (adverb) — so
Example:He worked hard; therefore, he got a promotion.
Synonyms: thus, hence, consequently - as a result /æz ə rɪ'zʌlt/ (phrase) — so
Example:She missed the bus; as a result, she was late.
Synonyms: consequently, therefore, thus - since /sɪns/ (conjunction) — because
Example:Since you’re here, let’s start the meeting.
Synonyms: because, as, for the reason that - due to /'dju: tu:/ (phrase) — because
Example:The flight was delayed due to bad weather.
Synonyms: because of, owing to, on account of - thus /ðʌs/ (adverb) — so
Example:He didn’t study; thus, he failed the exam.
Synonyms: therefore, hence, so - hence /hens/ (adverb) — so
Example:The roads were icy; hence, driving was difficult.
Synonyms: therefore, thus, as a result - so that /səʊ ðæt/ (phrase) — in order that; for the purpose of
Example:He spoke slowly so that everyone could understand.
Synonyms: in order that, to ensure - as a consequence /æz ə 'kɒnsɪkwəns/ (phrase) — as a result
Example:The company lost money; as a consequence, it had to lay off staff.
Synonyms: as a result, therefore, thus - for this reason /fɔ: ðɪs 'ri:zən/ (phrase) — because of this
Example:The demand increased rapidly; for this reason, prices rose.
Synonyms: therefore, thus, as a result
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