Conjunction · A1 · Spanish glossary
Porque: because
porque
Pronunciation: POHR-keh (stress the capital letters)
Porque means “because” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: because
- How to say it: POHR-keh
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “porque” means and how to use it
Porque means “because.” It answers the question “¿por qué?”
Examples with audio
- No voy porque estoy cansado.I am not going because I am tired.
- ¿Por qué estudias? Porque quiero aprender.Why do you study? Because I want to learn.
- Llegué tarde porque llovía.I arrived late because it was raining.
Usage tip
Spanish has four forms: “porque” (because), “por qué” (why), “porqué” (the reason), and “por que” (rare). In daily writing, remember: question = por qué, answer = porque.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “because” in Spanish?
“because” in Spanish is “porque.” It is pronounced POHR-keh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “porque”?
Say POHR-keh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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