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〜せいだ・〜せいで…

JLPT N3

Pattern

Explanation

Expresses the cause of a negative result, meaning 'because of'.

Usage

Used when attributing a negative outcome to a specific cause, often with a nuance of blame. Cannot be used for sentences expressing hope, intention, or requests.

Formation

Attach to nouns (with の) or verbs/adjectives in plain form. For na-adjectives, use な before せい.

Examples

電車が遅れたせいで、会議に間に合わなかった。

でんしゃがおくれたせいで、かいぎにまにあわなかった。

Because the train was delayed, I didn’t make it to the meeting in time.

昨夜寝不足だったせいで、今日はずっと眠い。

さくやねぶそくだったせいで、きょうはずっとねむい。

Because I didn’t sleep enough last night, I’ve been sleepy all day.

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