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given that

fixed phr..
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford

fixed phr.. you use this to introduce a fact that explains why something else is true or why you have a certain opinion.

fixed phr.. a subordinating conjunction used to introduce a premise or a known fact that serves as the basis for a subsequent statement or conclusion.


SIMPLE

Given that it is raining, we should stay inside.

CONTEXTUAL

Given that she has no experience in sales, her performance during the first month was quite impressive.

COMPLEX

Given that the global economy is currently facing significant inflationary pressures, the central bank's decision to raise interest rates was largely expected by market analysts.

Usage

usually placed at the beginning of a sentence or between two clauses to provide context for the main point.

Teaching tip

explain that 'given that' functions similarly to 'because' or 'considering', but it specifically highlights a known condition that the listener already accepts as true.

Pitfall

Giving that he is late, we started.Given that he is late, we started.the phrase uses the past participle 'given', not the present participle 'giving'.

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