Because of, so that, as a result
Explain reasons, results and purposes with because of, due to, since, so that, as a result, therefore and in order to.
In this lesson you will
- Give reasons with because, since, as, because of, due to
- Show results with so, as a result, therefore
- Express purpose with to, in order to, so that
Learn
Reason + clause: because, since, as: As it was late, we took a taxi. Reason + noun: because of, due to: The flight was delayed due to* fog.*
Result: so (within a sentence); As a result, / Therefore, / Consequently, (new sentence, more formal): Sales fell. As a result,* the shop closed.*
Purpose: to / in order to + verb: I got up early to* catch the train.* *so that + clause (often with can/could/would): I left early so that I wouldn’t be late.*
Don’t confuse because (+ clause) and because of (+ noun): because of the rain / because it was raining.
Examples
- Since you’re here, can you help me?
- The event was cancelled because of the storm.
- Costs have risen. Therefore, prices will increase.
- I saved money so that I could travel.
Vocabulary
due to
because of (more formal)
consequently
as a result (formal)
therefore
for that reason
in order to
with the purpose of
cause
the reason something happens
Practice
The match was postponed ___ heavy rain.
Speaking
Explain three decisions you’ve made (reason, purpose, result). Use because of, so that, in order to and as a result.
Writing
Write a paragraph (100–120 words) on the causes and effects of traffic congestion in cities, using reason, result and purpose linkers.
Lesson quiz
The train was late ___ a technical problem.
Review
Key points
- Reason: because/since/as + clause; because of/due to + noun.
- Result: so; As a result, / Therefore,
- Purpose: to/in order to + verb; so that + clause.
What you learned
- ✓ I can explain reasons and results.
- ✓ I can express purpose.
- ✓ I know because vs because of.
Grammar reference: Conjunctions and linking words