Weil
Example: Ich bleibe zu Hause, weil es regnet.
Definition
"weil" is a subordinating conjunction in German used to introduce a causal clause, indicating the reason for an action or state. For example, in the sentence 'Ich bleibe zu Hause, weil es regnet,' "weil" explains why the subject stays home, meaning 'because.'
Etymology
The German word "weil" originates from Old High German "wīl," which comes from the Latin word "quod," meaning 'because' or 'that.' Over time, "weil" evolved in German to serve as a conjunction expressing cause or reason. Did you know that "weil" is closely related to English 'while' in older forms, though their meanings have diverged?
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"Weil" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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