cause
The Italian word 'causa' is used in the same way as the English word 'cause'. It can refer to the reason or motive behind an action, event, or situation. For example, 'Qual è la causa di questo problema?' means 'What is the cause of this problem?'.
I can't go out because of the rain.
In this sentence, 'causa' is used to explain the reason for not being able to go out, which is the rain.
Because of his behavior, he was punished.
In this sentence, 'causa' is used to explain the reason for the punishment, which is his behavior.
He got a good job because of his skills.
In this sentence, 'causa' is used to explain the reason for obtaining a good job, which is his skills.