Just because ... doesn't mean ...

17th May 2024

We use this expression to say that there is no logical connection between two things.

Usage

Written:

Yes

Spoken:

Yes

Formal:

Informal:

Yes

Example 1

Just because he speaks English doesn't mean he is English.

I know, he could be American, or South African, or from New Zealand for example.

Example 2

I want to stay in bed and be lazy tomorrow.

Just because it's the weekend doesn't mean there's no work to do!