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Kyunki in English: Because (क्योंकि)
Because
Hindi (Devanagari)
क्योंकि
Hindi (English letters)
kyunki
क्योंकि (kyunki) can be expressed as “Because” in English. For example: “I can't come because I have a fever.”
“kyunki” kehna ho, to English mein “Because” use karein. Neeche poore sentences aur Hindi meanings saath diye hain. Context dekhkar apna sentence chunein.
Cancel plan
I can't come because I have a fever.
मैं नहीं आ पाऊँगा क्योंकि बुखार है।
main nahi aa paaoonga kyunki bukhaar hai.
How to pronounce “Because”
Say it in English
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This is a sound guide for English, using a common American pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the stronger syllable in a longer word. Say the example sentence at a comfortable pace; Hindi spelling does not map sound for sound to English.
Because: Hindi meaning and useful expressions
| English | Hindi meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Because | क्योंकि kyunki The basic conjunction form; compare the complete expressions below. | The basic conjunction form; compare the complete expressions below. |
| I can't come because I have a fever. | मैं नहीं आ पाऊँगा क्योंकि बुखार है। main nahi aa paaoonga kyunki bukhaar hai. Cancel plan | Cancel plan |
| I took the train because it was cheap. | ट्रेन ली क्योंकि सस्ती थी। train li kyunki sasti thi. Choice | Choice |
“Because” connects two ideas. Read both parts of each example to see the relationship it expresses.
Keep the connected ideas clear. Choose the connector for the meaning you want: adding, contrasting, giving a reason, or offering a choice.
How to use “Because” in English sentences
1. Cancel plan
I can't come because I have a fever.
मैं नहीं आ पाऊँगा क्योंकि बुखार है।
main nahi aa paaoonga kyunki bukhaar hai.
2. Choice
I took the train because it was cheap.
ट्रेन ली क्योंकि सस्ती थी।
train li kyunki sasti thi.
3. Advice
Please stop because the road is closed.
आप रुकिए क्योंकि सड़क बंद है।
aap rukiye kyunki sadak band hai.
Common mistakes with “Because”
Instead of
I can't come because I have an fever.
Say this
I can't come because I have a fever.
Choose a or an from the next sound. An goes before a vowel sound; a goes before a consonant sound. Read the corrected phrase as a unit.
Instead of
I can't come because I has a fever.
Say this
I can't come because I have a fever.
Use I have. Has goes with he, she, or it in the present simple.
Explaining a late arrival
Read both roles. Say the English lines out loud before checking the Hindi meaning.
Partner
Why are you late?
Show Hindi meaning
आप लेट क्यों हैं?
aap late kyon hain?
You
Because the metro stopped.
Show Hindi meaning
क्योंकि मेट्रो रुक गई थी।
kyunki metro ruk gai thi.
Partner
Got it — no problem.
Show Hindi meaning
समझ गया, कोई बात नहीं।
samajh gaya, koi baat nahi.
You
Next time I'll leave early because there's a crowd.
Show Hindi meaning
अगली बार जल्दी निकलूँगा क्योंकि भीड़ होती है।
agli baar jaldi nikalunga kyunki bheed hoti hai.
Your turn: use “Because”
Say this in English: ट्रेन ली क्योंकि सस्ती थी। (train li kyunki sasti thi.)
Reveal sample answer
I took the train because it was cheap.
ट्रेन ली क्योंकि सस्ती थी।
train li kyunki sasti thi.
Compare your word order with “I took the train because it was cheap.” Then use the same pattern to say something about your own day.
Questions about “Because” in English
Kyunki ko English mein kya kehte hain?
क्योंकि (kyunki) can be expressed as “Because” in English. For example: “I can't come because I have a fever.”
What does “Because” mean in Hindi?
In the sense taught here, “Because” means क्योंकि (kyunki). The sentence “I can't come because I have a fever.” shows it in context.
How do I use “Because” in a sentence?
I took the train because it was cheap. Hindi meaning: ट्रेन ली क्योंकि सस्ती थी। (train li kyunki sasti thi.). “Because” connects two ideas. Read both parts of each example to see the relationship it expresses.
What should I watch for when using “Because”?
Keep the connected ideas clear. Choose the connector for the meaning you want: adding, contrasting, giving a reason, or offering a choice.
