SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION
weil/vaɪ̯l/because
weil is a German subordinating conjunction that means because. It is pronounced /vaɪ̯l/.
Definitions
1.used to introduce a subordinate clause that expresses the reason for something(causal)
a.introduces the cause or reason for an action or statement
Ich bleibe zu Hause, weil es regnet.—I'm staying at home because it's raining.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "weil" mean in English?
- "weil" means because. It is a German subordinating conjunction.
- How do you pronounce "weil"?
- "weil" is pronounced /vaɪ̯l/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "weil"?
- "weil" is a subordinating conjunction in German.
