given that

IPA/ˈɡɪvn ðət/
IPA/ˈɡɪvn ðət/

given that — 連接詞

1. used before a clause to point to a fact that is already known or accepted, and t

1.連接詞B2
釋義

既然；鑑於

因某項已知事實而這樣說

used before a clause to point to a fact that is already known or accepted, and that helps explain or makes sense of what is said in the main part of the sentence

例句

Given that the bridge was closed, Sumin took the longer road to work.

既然那座橋封閉了，Sumin 就改走較遠的路去上班。

given that + clause stating the known fact, then the main clause

The team played well, given that three of their best players were injured.

鑑於有三名最強的球員受傷，這支球隊算是打得很不錯了。

main clause first, given that + clause added as the explaining fact

同義詞
  • considering that

    very close in meaning; often used when weighing a fact before making a judgment

  • since

    common and slightly more neutral for giving a reason, with less focus on a fact being already agreed

  • seeing that

    more informal and conversational than 'given that'

文法句型

given that + clause, main clause

main clause, given that + clause

用法筆記

Introduces a fact the speaker treats as true and already shared, then draws a conclusion or comment from it. Often appears when a result seems surprising or reasonable once that fact is kept in mind. The clause can come before or after the main statement.

常見錯誤

❌Given that the rain, the match was delayed.
✅Given that it was raining, the match was delayed.
💡'given that' needs a full clause after it, not just a noun.
❌Given that he was tired, so Asher went to bed early.
✅Given that he was tired, Asher went to bed early.
💡'given that' already gives the reason, so 'so' is unnecessary.