What does "porque" mean in English?

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Spanish

porque

English

because

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Examples of how to use "porque" in Spanish

Spanish
Llego tarde porque había tráfico.
English
I'm late because there was traffic.
Spanish
No salgo porque está lloviendo.
English
I'm not going out because it's raining.
Spanish
Me quedo porque estoy cansado.
English
I'm staying because I'm tired.
Spanish
Te llamo porque necesito ayuda.
English
I'm calling you because I need help.
Spanish
Estudio mucho porque tengo examen.
English
I study a lot because I have an exam.

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