Sign inBecause vs. So
'Because' and 'so' may confuse learners as they are both conjunctions. In this lesson, we will learn their differences.
What Is Their Main Difference?
The main difference between 'because' and 'so' is in their parts of speech. 'Because' is subordinating conjunction while 'so' is a coordinating conjunction.
Differences
Parts of Speech
As mentioned above, 'because' and 'so' are conjunction however they are classified in different conjunction types:
- 'Because' is classified as a subordinating conjunction as it connects a subordinating clause to a main clause:
I ordered groceries online
- 'So' is classified as a coordinating conjunction as it connects two independent clauses:
We were out of groceries,
Usage
'Because' and 'so' convey different meanings therefore they are used in different contexts.
- 'Because' expresses the cause of an action or event:
Harry didn't come to the party
- 'So' expresses the result of an action or event:
Harry wasn't invited,
Position in a Sentence
'Because' can be placed at the beginning and at the middle of the sentence:
She is here
- 'So,' however, cannot be place at the beginning of the sentence and must be placed between the two independent clauses:
✓ Be careful when you run,
✗ So you don't fall, be careful when you run.
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