HSK 7
（因）⋯⋯ ，故⋯⋯
Cause-effect structure: (因) ... ，故 ...
Explanation
This is a structure used to express a cause-effect relationship, with a written or somewhat formal tone. The part '因' (which can also be omitted) states the cause, and the part '故' introduces the corresponding result. This structure is equivalent to 'because... therefore...' in English, but is usually used in more formal contexts. For example: '因不是体面的事情，故不敢说出来' means 'Because it was not an honorable matter, therefore he did not dare to speak it out'.
Examples
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The grammar point “（因）⋯⋯ ，故⋯⋯” (Cause-effect structure: (因) ... ，故 ...) is one of the key structures at HSK 7. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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