for this reason
/fɔːr ðɪs ˈriːzən/
Meaning
This transition is used to connect a cause to its logical effect or consequence. It signals that the following statement is true because of the fact just mentioned. It is common in academic essays, professional emails, and structured arguments.
Examples
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The school lacked funding, and for this reason, many art programs were cut.
The school lacked funding, and for this reason, many art programs were cut.
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The climate is changing rapidly; for this reason, scientists are monitoring ice caps closely.
The climate is changing rapidly; for this reason, scientists are monitoring ice caps closely.
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He has years of experience in the field, and for this reason, he was promoted to director.
He has years of experience in the field, and for this reason, he was promoted to director.
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The database contains sensitive user information; for this reason, access is highly restricted.
The database contains sensitive user information; for this reason, access is highly restricted.
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The original hypothesis was proven wrong, and for this reason, the team designed a new study.
The original hypothesis was proven wrong, and for this reason, the team designed a new study.
Common Mistakes
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✗ By this reason, we decided to postpone the launch.
✓ For this reason, we decided to postpone the launch.
English uses the preposition 'for' to indicate cause with 'reason'. Avoid translating literally from languages that use 'by' or 'with'.
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✗ The weather was terrible, because of this reason we stayed home.
✓ The weather was terrible; for this reason, we stayed home.
'Because of this reason' is redundant. Use 'for this reason' or simply 'because of this'.
Related Expressions
Practice
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The company wants to reduce its carbon footprint; ___, they are installing solar panels.
💡 Connect the goal to the action taken because of it.
Show answer
for this reason
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The road is closed due to flooding, and ___, traffic is being detoured.
💡 Explain why the traffic is detoured.
Show answer
for this reason