Another word for "because" can vary by context, but common synonyms include "since," "as," "due to," "owing to," "for," "given that," and "on account of." These words and phrases express causation or reason similarly to "because." For formal contexts, alternatives like "therefore," "hence," "consequently," and "as a result" can also work. Here are some examples of synonyms for "because" categorized by usage:
- General cause/reason: since, as, because of, due to, owing to, on account of, for the reason that, given that
- Formal/written: hence, therefore, consequently, as a result, in light of, in view of the fact that
- Casual: cos, cuz (informal/slang)
- Academic: thus, ergo, for the reason that, on account of
These alternatives can help vary writing while retaining meaning.
