No. 138 in Russian
поскольку
"Since" or "because."
In a sentence
Поскольку идёт дождь, мы останемся дома.
Since it is raining, we will stay at home.
An introductory clause expressing the reason for the main action.
Я не мог прийти на встречу, поскольку был занят.
I couldn't come to the meeting, as I was busy.
Provides the reason or explanation for the action.
Поскольку вы эксперт в этой области, ваш совет очень важен.
Since you are an expert in this field, your advice is very important.
Introduces reasoning for the importance expressed in the main clause.
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