- dakara so, therefore, accordingly, consequently, on those grounds, that is why, for that reason; like I said, I told you already
Used in everyday speech and writing to state a conclusion or reason; common in casual conversation, but also acceptable in formal contexts.
今日は雨だから、試合は中止だ。
Kyou wa ame dakara, shiai wa chuushi da.
It's raining today, so the match is canceled.
だから、ちゃんと勉強しなさいと言ったでしょ。
Dakara, chanto benkyou shinasai to itta desho.
That's why I told you to study properly.
⚖️ Often confused with 'dakara koso' (that's exactly why), which emphasizes the reason more strongly.
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