〜ばかりに

Pattern
〜ばかりに
Level
N2
Meaning
simply because, only because (often with a negative result)
Attaches to
plain form (verb, noun, na-adj), i-adj
Nuance & register

Explains a negative outcome due to a specific reason, often implying regret or helplessness.

Example

お金がなかったばかりに、旅行に行けなかった。 Simply because I didn't have money, I couldn't go on the trip.

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