～し、～し、～ JLPT N4 Neutral
〜shi, 〜shi, 〜
Express multiple reasons or characteristics; 'and', 'because', 'since'.
Lists multiple reasons casually-to-neutrally; implies "and there's more I could add".
Formation
Verb-casual + し, い-Adjective + し, な-Adjective + だし, Noun + だし
Explanation
The ～し、～し、～ grammar point is used to connect multiple reasons or characteristics that support a conclusion or statement. It can be translated as 'and', 'because', or 'since' in English. This grammar can be used with verbs, い-adjectives, な-adjectives, and nouns.
Example sentences
彼は若いし、元気だし、フレンドリーだし、みんなと仲良くなれると思います。
He is young, energetic, friendly, and I think he can get along with everyone.
Kare wa wakai shi, genki da shi, furendorī da shi, minna to nakayoku nareru to omoimasu.
このレストランは料理が美味しいし、雰囲気がいいし、価格も手頃だからお勧めです。
I recommend this restaurant because the food is delicious, the atmosphere is nice, and the prices are reasonable.
Kono resutoran wa ryouri ga oishii shi, fun'iki ga ii shi, kakaku mo tegoro dakara osusume desu.
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She is good at studying, good at sports, and has a good personality.
Kanojo wa benkyou ga dekiru shi, supōtsu mo tokui da shi, seikaku mo ii.
今日は寒いし、雨も降っているし、家でゆっくり休んだ方がいいでしょう。
It's cold today, and it's raining, so it's better to relax at home.
Kyou wa samui shi, ame mo futte iru shi, ie de yukkuri yasunda hou ga ii deshou.