porque
because
Intermediate Conjunction
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Pronunciation
/puɾˈke/
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Cultural Note
Remember the four forms: 'porque' (because — answer/conjunction, one word, no accent), 'por que' (why — question, two words), 'por quê' (why — end of sentence, accented), 'porquê' (noun meaning 'the reason,' accented, one word). 'Porque' as 'because' is always written as one word without an accent. This distinction is tested heavily in Portuguese language exams.
📝 Example Sentences
Fiquei em casa porque estava chovendo.
I stayed home because it was raining.
Estou feliz porque você veio.
I am happy because you came.