given that

[ˈɡɪvən ðæt]

conjunction/prepositional phrase

dado que

1. considering that; taking into account that; in light of the fact that

Given that it's raining, we should cancel the picnic.

Dado que está chovendo, devemos cancelar o piquenique.

2. used to introduce a condition or fact that is already known or accepted

Given that you have experience, you should apply for the position.

Dado que você tem experiência, deveria se candidatar ao cargo.

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

dado que

most common formal usage

Brazil

já que

more casual alternative

Portugal

dado que

formal usage, equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Portugal

uma vez que

alternative formal expression

taking into account

in view of the fact that

considering the circumstances

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