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〜ものだから: because (excuse)

N2 · 03 Reasons and causes

Gives a reason as an excuse or explanation for something unexpected.

Plain form + ものだから (spoken: もんだから). Often used to explain a mistake or a delay: 道が混んでいたものだから. The speaker sounds apologetic. Cannot be followed by a request or command.

Examples

The train was delayed, so I did not make it to the meeting.

I was so busy that I couldn't get in touch.

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