Wegen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wegen" is used as preposition with the meaning of "because of", "due to" or "on account of".

Essential properties of "wegen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Governed cases: genitive
  • Functions: causal

Meanings of "wegen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Because of, due to, on account of"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wegen des Regens bleiben wir zu Hause.Because of the rain, we're staying home.
  2. Die Veranstaltung wurde wegen technischer Probleme abgesagt.The event was canceled due to technical problems.
  3. Wegen seiner Verletzung konnte er nicht am Wettkampf teilnehmen.Due to his injury, he couldn't participate in the competition.
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