ことだから
Meanings
- Given who X is, it’s not surprising that...
- Knowing X, one would expect that...
- Because of X’s usual character, ...
- It’s exactly because of X that...
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Explanation
ことだから is used to infer or explain a situation based on the known character, role, or typical behavior of a person or thing referenced in the preceding clause. The speaker assumes the listener shares the same understanding of that person or thing. It often introduces a prediction, expectation, or justification about another event or action grounded in that familiar trait or circumstance.
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Example sentences
Knowing Tanaka, he probably won't be late.
Considering Yamada, I’m sure he’ll be glad to help.
That shop, given its popularity, will be crowded today.
Because of him, he’ll surely make a solid plan.
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