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Because / So

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Conjunctions & Linking Words: Because / So

🗺️ Grammar Map

  • Because
  • So
  • Usage Examples

📖 1. The Core Rules & Patterns

Conjunctions like because and so connect clauses to show reasons and results.

Base ➔ Target
I am tired ➔ I am tired because I studied hard.
Base ➔ Target
It is raining ➔ It is raining, so we will stay inside.
💡 Why: We use because to explain reasons and so to show results.

🎯 2. Real-Life Usage Scenarios

School: I did my homework ➔ I did my homework because I want to learn.

Home: I am cooking ➔ I am cooking so we can have dinner.

⚠️ 3. Common Mistakes

Mistake Correction
I am happy because I won. ✅ I am happy because I won.
I am tired so I sleep. ✅ I am tired, so I sleep.
I am hungry because I ate. ✅ I am hungry because I did not eat.
💡 Why: Common mistakes often involve incorrect conjunction usage.

❓ 4. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use because at the beginning of a sentence?

A: Yes, you can use because at the beginning, but it should connect to a complete thought.

Q: Is so always used to show results?

A: Yes, so is used to indicate a result or consequence.

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