Because (tl. Kasi)

Translation into English

Beginner (A1-A2)

Umuwi ako ng maaga kasi pagod na ako.
I went home early because I was tired.
Context: daily life
Nag-aaral ako kasi gusto kong matuto.
I study because I want to learn.
Context: daily life
Ayoko ng maingay kasi gusto kong magpahinga.
I don't like noise because I want to rest.
Context: daily life

Intermediate (B1-B2)

Hindi siya dumating kasi may sakit siya.
He didn’t come because he is sick.
Context: daily life
Nagmamadali ako kasi may klase ako.
I’m in a hurry because I have a class.
Context: daily life
Nagtanan sila kasi ayaw ng mga magulang nila.
They eloped because their parents did not approve.
Context: society

Advanced (C1-C2)

Dapat nating ipahintulot ang kanilang desisyon kasi ito ay kanilang karapatan.
We should allow their decision because it is their right.
Context: society
Ang kanyang desisyon ay nagmula sa masusing pagsusuri, kasi hindi niya ito kinuha nang basta-basta.
His decision came from thorough analysis, because he did not take it lightly.
Context: society
Sinasalamin ng kanyang akda ang mga isyu sa lipunan, kasi siya ay isang aktibong tagapagtanggol ng mga karapatan.
His work reflects social issues, because he is an active defender of rights.
Context: culture

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