Translation of Japanese word "ので" to English
ので
ので
[node]
IPA: /node/
Meaning
ConjunctionBy or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that.
How to use
ので (node) — 'because / since'. Softer than から (kara). Gives an objective reason. 雨なので、家にいます — Since it is raining, I am staying home.
🇬🇧 English
because / so
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: ので
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ので
Romaji Transcription: node
Example Sentences
彼は遅れたので、遅れてしまいました。
かれはおそかったので、おそってしまいました。
He was late, so he missed the train.
彼は来なかったので、残念だ。
かれがきたなかったので、ざんねんだ。
He didn't come, so it's a shame.
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Common phrases
- 〜ので、〜— Because ~, ~ / Since ~, ~
Frequency rank: #26 in Japanese
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What does the Japanese word "ので" mean?▼
The Japanese word "ので" means "because / so" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "ので"?▼
The word "ので" is read as "ので" (node). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used to express the reason or explanation of something.".
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