Causes and Effects in English

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When we talk about a situation that makes another situation happen, we talk about cause and effect . In English, we use certain expressions such as because , due to , since , and as to talk about causes and effects . In this lesson, you will learn the meanings of cause , effect , and affect . You will also learn how to express cause and effect in English. Click Here for Step-by-Step Rules, Stories and Exercises to Practice All English Tenses

To begin, you should know the definitions of cause, effect ( noun ), and affect ( verb ).

(When effect is a verb, it is spelled with an a = affect .)

Cause

(noun) a person or thing that makes something happen

The cause of the accident was a flat tire.

( verb ) an action that makes something happen

The flat tire caused the car to wreck.

Effect

(noun) a change that is a result of an action or cause

The snowstorm had an effect on his mood.

Affect

When effect is used as a verb , it is usually spelled with an a = affect.

The snowstorm affected his mood.

Talking about causes and effects in English

To express cause and effect in English, we us certain words and phrases.