Spanish · A2 · Everyday language
A reason for each choice in Spanish
Helping your child understand the 'why' behind everyday decisions builds logic and vocabulary. In Spanish, we use 'porque' to provide reasons, maintaining a similar sentence structure to English.
What you'll learn
- Connect two ideas using the conjunction 'porque' (because).
- Describe physical states (light, dark, tight) as reasons for actions.
- Practice using 'estar' for temporary conditions and 'ser' for characteristics.
Spanish phrases for a reason for each choice
Susurro porque el bebé está escuchando.
I am whispering because the baby is listening.
'Susurrar' means to whisper. 'Está escuchando' is the present continuous.
Necesitamos una linterna porque está oscuro.
We need a torch because it is dark.
'Linterna' is used for a flashlight or torch.
Elijo este bolso porque es más ligero.
I choose this bag because it is lighter.
'Ligero' describes weight. Use 'ser' (es) because it is an inherent quality.
La tapa se queda cerrada porque las cuentas son pequeñitas.
The lid stays shut because the beads are tiny.
'Pequeñitas' is the diminutive form of 'pequeñas', often used with kids.
Necesito ayuda porque este nudo está apretado.
I need help because this knot is tight.
'Apretado' means tight or squeezed.
Estamos esperando porque Sam no está listo.
We are waiting because Sam is not ready.
'Listo' with 'estar' means 'ready'; with 'ser' it would mean 'smart'.
Me gusta este asiento porque puedo verte.
I like this seat because I can see you.
'Verte' combines the verb 'ver' (to see) and the pronoun 'te' (you).
La ventana está abierta porque la habitación está calurosa.
The window is open because the room is warm.
Use 'está abierta' for the state of the window.
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Try it free for 7 daysKey words
porque
because
Written as one word without an accent mark.
por qué
why
Written as two words with an accent mark, used in questions.
nudo
knot
A common word when dealing with shoelaces or toys.
cuentas
beads
Also the word used for 'bills' or 'accounts'.
Using 'porque' to link ideas
In Spanish, 'porque' functions as a conjunction to link an action to its reason. Unlike some other languages, the word order in the second clause remains the same as a standard sentence: Subject + Verb + Complement.
| Use | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Action | No salimos | We aren't going out |
| Link | porque | because |
| Reason | está lloviendo | it is raining |
More examples
¿Por qué comes?
Why are you eating?
Question form.
Como porque tengo hambre.
I eat because I am hungry.
Answer form using 'porque'.
Me pongo el abrigo porque hace frío.
I put on my coat because it is cold.
Explaining a logical clothing choice.