GrammarJLPT N3
that's why
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. that's why
Used to explain that something is a natural conclusion or result of what was just said. It works like saying "that's why" or "so that means" in English, helping to wrap up reasoning or explanations.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

So she's not laughing because the joke bombed — is that it?

Sentence 2

I skipped dinner, so now I need to eat immediately — that's all there is to it.

Sentence 3

With that attitude, are you saying you haven't reflected on it at all?

Sentence 4

So by that math, the profit is basically zero?

Sentence 5

So he's not here because he got lost — is that what happened?