Language
Dutch
Level
B1
Unit
Bijzinnen en voegwoorden
Practice types
0

What this grammar point covers

A 'bijzin met omdat' is a subordinate clause in Dutch that explains the reason for something. The word 'omdat' means 'because' and introduces the reason.

When to use it

Use this structure to explain why something happens or to give a reason for your action or opinion.

Key forms

Examples

Ik ga naar bed omdat ik moe ben.

English: I go to bed because I am tired.

Hij eet niet omdat hij geen honger heeft.

English: He does not eat because he is not hungry.

We blijven binnen omdat het koud is.

English: We stay inside because it is cold.

Zij lacht omdat ze blij is.

English: She laughs because she is happy.

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