Academic / B1

REEZN/ˈriːzn/

A reason explains why. The reason for the delay; the reason (that / why) we left; for this reason. Cause is often the thing that makes something happen (the cause of the fire); excuse is a reason that may not be accepted; explanation is more about making something clear. Reasonable is the adjective (fair, sensible). Reasonably priced is a useful shopping phrase.

Meaning

A fact that explains why something happens or why you do it.

Examples

• “The reason for the delay was the rain.”
• “What was the reason for her decision?”
• “For this reason, the class was postponed.”

Good to know

the reason for + noun. the reason why / that. Makes it happen: cause. Weak/social: excuse.

Near in meaning

cause

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