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Using "क्योंकि" (

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Use `क्योंकि` in the middle of a sentence to connect an action (result) with its explanation (reason).

The Rule in 30 Seconds

  • Means "because" in Hindi.
  • Connects Result + `क्योंकि` + Reason.
  • Usually sits in the middle of sentences.
  • Never changes form (gender/number neutral).

Quick Reference

Structure Type Hindi Pattern English Logic Example
Standard [Result] + क्योंकि + [Reason] Action BECAUSE Reason वह सोया क्योंकि वह थका था (He slept because he was tired)
Answering 'Why' Q: क्यों? A: क्योंकि... Q: Why? A: Because... Q: तुम क्यों आए? A: क्योंकि मुझे भूख लगी (Because I felt hungry)
vs. Therefore [Reason] + इसलिये + [Result] Reason SO Action वह थका था इसलिये वह सोया (He was tired so he slept)
Formal Start चूँकि + [Reason], [Result] Since [Reason], [Action] चूँकि वह बीमार है... (Since he is sick...)

Ejemplos clave

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1

Main Hindi seekh raha hoon kyunki mujhe Bharat pasand hai.

I am learning Hindi because I like India.

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Vah nahi aaya kyunki baarish ho rahi thi.

He didn't come because it was raining.

3

Tum udaas kyun ho? Kyunki mera dost ja raha hai.

Why are you sad? Because my friend is leaving.

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The 'K' Connection

Remember that Question words often start with 'K' in Hindi (Kya, Kyun, Kab). `Kyunki` is the answer to `Kyun` (Why). They are best buddies.

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Don't Double Up

You generally don't say `Kyunki... isliye` (Because... therefore) in the same sentence structure. It's redundant, like saying 'The reason is because...'.

The Rule in 30 Seconds

  • Means "because" in Hindi.
  • Connects Result + `क्योंकि` + Reason.
  • Usually sits in the middle of sentences.
  • Never changes form (gender/number neutral).

Overview

Meet your new best friend for explaining yourself: क्योंकि (kyunki). It simply means "because". Whenever you need to give a reason, justify a choice, or explain why you were late for that dinner party (again), this is the word you need. It’s the bridge between what happened and *why* it happened. Think of it as the "reason glue" holding your sentences together.

How This Grammar Works

In English, we can start sentences with "Because" quite easily ("Because I was tired, I slept"). In Hindi, क्योंकि almost always likes to hide in the middle of the sentence. It connects two clauses: the Result comes first, then क्योंकि, then the Reason. It’s basically saying: "[This happened] because [this reason]". Simple, right? It doesn't change based on gender, number, or the phase of the moon. It stays क्योंकि.

Formation Pattern

  1. 1The standard formula is straightforward:
  2. 2Start with the Result or Action.
  3. 3Add क्योंकि.
  4. 4Finish with the Reason.
  5. 5Pattern: [Result Clause] + क्योंकि + [Reason Clause]
  6. 6Example:
  7. 7Result: मैं खुश हूँ (I am happy)
  8. 8Connector: क्योंकि (because)
  9. 9Reason: आज शुक्रवार है (today is Friday)
  10. 10Full: मैं खुश हूँ क्योंकि आज शुक्रवार है (I am happy because today is Friday).

When To Use It

Use क्योंकि whenever you want to answer the question "Why?" (क्यों?).

  • Explaining actions: "I bought this shirt क्योंकि it was cheap."
  • Giving excuses: "I can't come क्योंकि I'm busy."
  • Justifying feelings: "She is sad क्योंकि her phone broke."

It works in past, present, and future tenses. It’s the universal explanation tool.

When Not To Use It

Don't use क्योंकि to start a formal sentence if the main clause hasn't appeared yet. While in English poetry you might say "Because he loved her, he left," in Hindi, starting with क्योंकि often sounds like you're answering a question that wasn't asked, or you're continuing a previous thought. If you want to put the reason first, use चूँकि (chunki - since/as) or switch to the इसलिये (isliye - therefore) structure.

Common Mistakes

  • The Start-Up Fail: Starting a conversation with क्योंकि. Unless you're answering a question, don't open with it.
  • The Ki Confusion: Don't confuse कि (ki - that) with क्योंकि (kyunki - because). They look similar but do very different jobs.
  • The Isliye Mix-up: Learners often swap "so" and "because". Remember: क्योंकि gives the reason; इसलिये gives the result.

Contrast With Similar Patterns

  • क्योंकि vs. इसलिये:
  • क्योंकि looks backward at the cause. (I ate क्योंकि I was hungry).
  • इसलिये looks forward at the result. (I was hungry इसलिये I ate).
  • क्योंकि vs. चूँकि:
  • चूँकि (Since/As) is more formal and usually starts the sentence. (चूँकि I was hungry, I ate).

Quick FAQ

Q. Can I shorten it to just kyun?

A. No! क्यों (kyun) means "Why". क्योंकि (kyunki) means "Because". Don't mix them up, or you'll sound like a toddler asking "Why?" instead of answering.

Q. Do I need a comma before it?

A. In written Hindi, a comma is often used before क्योंकि to let the reader breathe, just like in English. But in speaking? Just pause slightly.

Reference Table

Structure Type Hindi Pattern English Logic Example
Standard [Result] + क्योंकि + [Reason] Action BECAUSE Reason वह सोया क्योंकि वह थका था (He slept because he was tired)
Answering 'Why' Q: क्यों? A: क्योंकि... Q: Why? A: Because... Q: तुम क्यों आए? A: क्योंकि मुझे भूख लगी (Because I felt hungry)
vs. Therefore [Reason] + इसलिये + [Result] Reason SO Action वह थका था इसलिये वह सोया (He was tired so he slept)
Formal Start चूँकि + [Reason], [Result] Since [Reason], [Action] चूँकि वह बीमार है... (Since he is sick...)
🎯

The 'K' Connection

Remember that Question words often start with 'K' in Hindi (Kya, Kyun, Kab). `Kyunki` is the answer to `Kyun` (Why). They are best buddies.

⚠️

Don't Double Up

You generally don't say `Kyunki... isliye` (Because... therefore) in the same sentence structure. It's redundant, like saying 'The reason is because...'.

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The Dramatic Pause

In Bollywood movies, you'll hear a dramatic 'Kyunki...' followed by a long silence before a big reveal. In real life, just say the reason quickly!

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Pronunciation Hack

It's pronounced 'Kyun-ki'. Don't swallow the 'n'. It's a soft nasal sound. Think of it as a tiny hum in the middle.

Ejemplos

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#1 मैं हिंदी सीख रहा हूँ क्योंकि मुझे भारत पसंद है।

Main Hindi seekh raha hoon kyunki mujhe Bharat pasand hai.

Focus: kyunki

I am learning Hindi because I like India.

Standard usage connecting action and motivation.

#2 वह नहीं आया क्योंकि बारिश हो रही थी।

Vah nahi aaya kyunki baarish ho rahi thi.

Focus: kyunki

He didn't come because it was raining.

Explaining a negative action.

#3 तुम उदास क्यों हो? क्योंकि मेरा दोस्त जा रहा है।

Tum udaas kyun ho? Kyunki mera dost ja raha hai.

Focus: Kyunki

Why are you sad? Because my friend is leaving.

Conversational reply starting with Because.

#4 ✗ मैं पानी पी रहा हूँ इसलिये मुझे प्यास लगी है।

Main paani pee raha hoon isliye mujhe pyaas lagi hai.

Focus: isliye

I am drinking water therefore I am thirsty. (WRONG LOGIC)

Common mistake! Use 'kyunki' for reasons.

#5 ✓ मैं पानी पी रहा हूँ क्योंकि मुझे प्यास लगी है।

Main paani pee raha hoon kyunki mujhe pyaas lagi hai.

Focus: kyunki

I am drinking water because I am thirsty.

Corrected logic.

#6 हम यहाँ हैं क्योंकि हमें काम करना है।

Hum yahan hain kyunki humein kaam karna hai.

Focus: kyunki

We are here because we have to work.

Professional context.

#7 सब्ज़ी मत खरीदो क्योंकि यह ताज़ा नहीं है।

Sabzi mat khareedo kyunki yeh taaza nahi hai.

Focus: kyunki

Don't buy the vegetable because it is not fresh.

Imperative (command) + reason.

#8 मैं खुश हूँ क्योंकि मेरी परीक्षा खत्म हो गई।

Main khush hoon kyunki meri pariksha khatam ho gayi.

Focus: kyunki

I am happy because my exam is over.

Emotion + cause.

Ponte a prueba

Choose the correct connector to complete the sentence.

Main office nahi gaya ___ main beemar tha. (I didn't go to the office ___ I was sick.)

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: kyunki

You are giving a reason for not going, so 'kyunki' (because) is correct.

Select the correct logic.

Mujhe nind aa rahi hai ___ main so raha hoon. (I am sleepy ___ I am sleeping.)

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: isliye

Here the logic is forward: Reason -> Result. Being sleepy leads to sleeping. So 'isliye' (therefore) fits best. If you reversed it ('I am sleeping because...'), you would use 'kyunki'.

Complete the dialogue.

Q: Tumhe ye kitaab kyun pasand hai? A: ___ ye dilchasp hai.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Kyunki

To answer a 'Why' (Kyun) question, start with 'Because' (Kyunki).

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Ayudas visuales

Reason vs. Result

क्योंकि (Kyunki)
Result First I ate because I was hungry
Backward Looking Explains past cause
इसलिये (Isliye)
Reason First I was hungry so I ate
Forward Looking Explains outcome

Which Word to Use?

1

Are you answering 'Why'?

YES ↓
NO
Check other connectors
2

Is the result mentioned first?

YES ↓
NO
Use 'Isliye' (Therefore)
3

Use 'Kyunki'

NO
Success!

The 'Why' Family

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Question

  • • क्यों (Kyun)
  • • किसलिये (Kisliye)
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Answer

  • • क्योंकि (Kyunki)
  • • चूँकि (Chunki)

Preguntas frecuentes

21 preguntas

It translates directly to 'because'. It is composed of kyun (why) + ki (that).

In formal writing, avoid it unless you are answering a direct question. In casual speech, it's fine to start a reply with क्योंकि.

Huge difference! क्योंकि gives the reason (I slept *because* I was tired). इसलिये gives the result (I was tired *so* I slept).

Say 'Kyun' (like 'cue' with an 'n') + 'ki' (like 'key'). Kyun-ki.

It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your mother, or your dog.

चूँकि (Chunki) means 'since' or 'as'. It is more formal and usually goes at the start of the sentence, not the middle.

No, the verb form depends on the subject of that specific clause. क्योंकि itself doesn't trigger any grammar changes.

Yes, Urdu uses kyunke (or kyunki), which is functionally identical in speech.

No, 'that's why' is usually इसलिये (isliye) or यही वजह है (yahi wajah hai).

You can list them using aur (and). Example: ...kyunki A aur B.

Nope! It’s one of those blessed words in Hindi that never changes form.

Only if you want to be mysterious or annoying! Usually, you need to follow it with the actual reason.

It is written as one word: क्योंकि.

Yes. Main jaunga kyunki kaam hai (I will go because there is work).

Confusing the order. Remember: Result first, Reason second.

Yes, but kyunki is so common that even in Hinglish it's used very frequently.

Not really. People speak it fast, but they don't usually shorten it in writing.

Absolutely. Nahi, kyunki... (No, because...) is a very common phrase.

It implies a direct cause. For weaker connections, you might just use aur (and) or context.

That's different! You would use tumhari wajah se (due to you), not just kyunki tum.

Yes! क्योंकि is a conjunction connecting sentences. 'Because of' is a prepositional phrase (...ki wajah se).

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