ENGLISH
REFERENCE

for this reason

idiom
A2
Meaning

You use this to show that what you say next is the result of what you just said. It means 'because of that'.

Examples
SIMPLE

I am tired, and for this reason, I am going to bed.

CONTEXTUAL

The train was delayed by a storm, and for this reason, we arrived at the station two hours late.

COMPLEX

The company failed to adapt to changing market trends, and for this reason, it lost its competitive edge and eventually declared bankruptcy.

Last updated April 22, 2026