Omdat

" omdat" is a Dutch subordinating conjunction that translates to "because" in English. It is used to introduce a subordinate clause that provides a reason or explanation for the main clause. "Omdat" is commonly employed in both spoken and written Dutch to establish cause-and-effect relationships within sentences.

In Dutch grammar, "omdat" functions similarly to other subordinating conjunctions such as "om," "voor," and "aangezien," but it specifically emphasizes the causal link. When using "omdat," the clause it introduces is typically placed after the main clause, with the verb in the subordinate clause taking the second position, following standard Dutch word order rules for subordinate clauses.

For example: "Ik blijf thuis omdat ik ziek ben." (I stay home because I am sick.) In this sentence, "omdat ik ziek ben" explains the reason for the action in the main clause.

" Omdat" is fundamental in constructing complex sentences in Dutch and is essential for expressing reasons, causes, or motivations behind actions or states. Its use helps clarify the relationship between different parts of a sentence, making it a key element of Dutch sentence structure and discourse.