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One more reason it makes sense in Spanish
This guide focuses on how to strengthen an explanation by adding a compelling secondary reason. In Spanish, we move beyond the simple 'porque' (because) to use emphatic causal connectors that signal a particularly relevant factor.
What you'll learn
- Master the use of 'sobre todo porque' to emphasize a supporting reason.
- Learn to use 'especialmente porque' in everyday parental contexts.
- Understand the more formal connector 'máxime cuando' for B2 level nuance.
- Maintain correct word order when adding subordinate causal clauses.
Spanish phrases for one more reason it makes sense
Tomemos la ruta más corta, sobre todo porque aún te duele el tobillo.
Let's take the shorter route, especially since your ankle still aches.
'Sobre todo porque' is the most natural way to say 'especially since'.
Yo guardaría el recibo, especialmente porque la cremallera parece algo rígida.
I'd keep the receipt, especially since the zip feels stiff.
The conditional 'guardaría' softens the advice.
Podemos dejar esa pregunta para mañana, sobre todo porque ambos estamos cansados.
We can leave that question until tomorrow, especially since we're both tired.
'Ambos' is used here for 'both (of us)'.
Vale la pena volver a preguntar, máxime cuando las instrucciones han cambiado.
It's worth asking again, especially since the instructions have changed.
'Máxime cuando' is a sophisticated B2-level alternative to 'especialmente porque'.
Prefiero practicar bajo techo, sobre todo porque el suelo está resbaladizo.
I'd rather practise indoors, especially since the ground is slippery.
'Bajo techo' is a common way to say 'indoors'.
Reservemos con antelación, sobre todo porque son las vacaciones de mitad de trimestre.
Let's book ahead, especially since it's half-term.
'Con antelación' means 'in advance' or 'ahead'.
Puedes confiar en su consejo, especialmente porque ha probado ambos métodos.
You can trust her advice, especially since she's tried both methods.
Using the present perfect 'ha probado' connects past experience to the current situation.
Deberíamos prever tiempo extra, sobre todo porque nunca hemos estado allí.
We should allow extra time, especially since we've never been there.
'Prever' is the correct verb for 'allowing for' or 'anticipating' time needs.
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sobre todo
especially / above all
Always written as two words in Spanish.
máxime cuando
especially as / particularly since
A slightly more formal but very effective B2 connector for providing extra reasons.
cremallera
zip / zipper
Essential household vocabulary.
resbaladizo
slippery
Derived from the verb 'resbalar' (to slip).
Supporting Causal Clauses
To add a 'clinching' reason, Spanish uses connectors that introduce a subordinate clause. Unlike some other languages, the word order remains Standard (Subject + Verb + Object) after these connectors.
| Use | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Emphatic | Sobre todo porque + [Indicative] | Lleva el paraguas, sobre todo porque va a llover. |
| Formal Emphatic | Máxime cuando + [Indicative] | Debes estudiar, máxime cuando el examen es mañana. |
| Specific | Especialmente si + [Indicative/Subjunctive] | Ten cuidado, especialmente si el suelo está mojado. |
More examples
No deberías correr por el pasillo, sobre todo porque acabas de comer.
You shouldn't run in the hallway, especially since you've just eaten.
A common parental correction using 'acabas de' (you have just).
Es mejor ir en coche, máxime cuando llevamos tantas bolsas.
It's better to go by car, especially since we are carrying so many bags.
Reinforces the decision with a practical reason.