bec
9.9
A short form of 'because' used in text messages
- other
- Slang
:
porque
- I can't go to the party, bec I have to study for my exams.
Examples
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The meeting was cancelled, bec no one could attend.
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She loves playing video games, but I prefer reading, bec it's more relaxing.
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Je lui ai cloué le bec.
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Mais je joue très bien de la flûte à bec.
Synonyms
2
9.9
An informal word people use instead of because in speech or casual writing
is used mainly as an online texting abbreviation for the same reason
Surface Forms
bec main
Etymology
Bec is an informal short form of because, keeping the first sound 'bec' so people can type faster. So you will see bec in texts when someone means 'because'.