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"Así que" is a phrase which is often translated as "so", and "ya que" is a phrase which is often translated as "since". Learn more about the difference between "así que" and "ya que" below.
así que(
ah
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see
keh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. so
Estaba muy estresado, así que decidí ir al spa para recargar las pilas.I was very stressed, so I decided to go to the spa to recharge my batteries.
ya que(
yah
keh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (because)