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Tier 2: Useful

Es que

It's that / The thing is

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Description & Explanation Institutionalized Expression Beginner informal
Pronunciation:

es keh

When to use:

Explaining reason, often defensively.

See It in Context

No pude venir, es que estaba enfermo.

I couldn't come, the thing is I was sick.

Giving excuse
Es que no entiendo.

It's that I don't understand.

Explaining confusion
Es que tengo mucho trabajo.

The thing is I have a lot of work.

Explaining situation
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