のせいで

Alternative writings: の所為で
Frequency:
1

Indicates that something bad or undesirable happened because of (someone/something); often carries a nuance of blame.

ExpressionUsually Kana

Examples

雨のせいで試合が中止になった。

The game was canceled because of the rain.

彼の遅刻のせいで会議が遅れた。

The meeting was delayed because he was late.

この問題は設備の故障のせいで起きた可能性が高い。

This problem likely occurred due to a equipment failure.

ストレスのせいで眠れない日が続いている。

I've been unable to sleep for days because of stress.

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