HSK 3
由于、因为
由于 (yóuyú) and 因为 (yīnwèi): Indicating cause
Explanation
由于 and 因为 are both used to indicate a reason or cause, equivalent to 'because' in English. 由于 is more formal, usually placed at the beginning of the sentence and often used in writing or formal contexts. 因为 is more common in everyday speech and writing, and can be placed at the beginning or middle of the sentence. For example: 由于各种原因... (Due to various reasons...) and 他因为这件事... (Because of this matter, he...).
Examples
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The grammar point “由于、因为” (由于 (yóuyú) and 因为 (yīnwèi): Indicating cause) is one of the key structures at HSK 3. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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