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Tame (Ni): Because Of (Negative Cause)

Learn ため for formal/objective cause — often for negative results. This lesson combines form, context, examples, common mistakes, and practice so you can use the pattern in real communication.

12 minNihongo Hub Editorial TeamPublished 2026-06-06Updated 2026-06-06

Learning objectives

  • Lesson goals: Learn ため for formal/objective cause — often for negative results.
  • Form and connection: [Plain form] ため（に）、[ReasonResult]
  • Nuance in real use: This intermediate pattern adds sophistication to your Japanese.

Form and connection

[Plain form] ため（に）、[ReasonResult]

Core Explanation

Learn ため for formal/objective cause — often for negative results.

Cultural Note

This intermediate pattern adds sophistication to your Japanese.

Practical examples

Trains are stopped due to the typhoon.
The road is congested due to an accident.
This road is closed due to construction.

Common pitfalls

Build the base form before adding the pattern

Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.

Match politeness to the situation

The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.

Practice and answers

1. Write the connection formula for this lesson.
Show answer[Plain form] ため（に）、[ReasonResult]
2. Explain the meaning of the first example.
Show answerTrains are stopped due to the typhoon.
3. Rewrite the final example using this lesson pattern.
Show answer工事こうじのため、この道みちは通とおれません。 ([Plain form] ため（に）、[ReasonResult])

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