What does a causa de in Spanish mean?

What is the meaning of the word a causa de in Spanish? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use a causa de in Spanish.

The word a causa de in Spanish means because of, therefore. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word a causa de

because of

locución preposicional (debido a)

(preposition: Relates noun or pronoun to another element of sentence--for example, "a picture of John," "She walked from my house to yours.")
Varias empresas han hecho recortes de personal a causa de la crisis económica.
Several companies have made staffing cuts due to the economic crisis.

therefore

locución conjuntiva (como consecuencia) (formal)

(adverb: Describes a verb, adjective, adverb, or clause--for example, "come quickly," "very rare," "happening now," "fall down.")
Ayer hubo un accidente en la fábrica, a causa de lo cual esta permanecerá cerrada mientras se llevan a cabo las investigaciones.
There was an accident at the factory yesterday, therefore, it will remain closed until inquiries have been carried out.

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