Meaning & usage
だって at the start of a sentence gives a reason or excuse, often as a protest or defense when the speaker feels blamed, questioned or unwilling to do something. It is placed before a full clause and does not conjugate, so the pattern is だって plus a plain form sentence like だって疲れているんだ. It is casual spoken language that can sound childish or complaining, so it is unsuitable for formal speech or writing.
Example sentences 6
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だって今日はとても疲れているんだ。
Because I'm really tired today.
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だって電車が遅れて間に合わなかった。
Because the train was late, I didn't make it in time.
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だってその店は高すぎて買えないよ。
Because that shop is too expensive, I can't buy anything.
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だって明日は大事な試験があるんだ。
Because I have an important exam tomorrow.
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だって彼は何も説明してくれなかった。
Because he didn't explain anything to me.
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だってこの薬は苦くて飲みにくい。
Because this medicine is bitter and hard to take.
