This is the 3159th most frequent French word.
puisqu
"Since" or "because."
In this sentence, 'puisque' is used to indicate reason or cause, showing why the subject should help with the task because of their presence.
Puisque tu es là, aide-moi avec cette tâche.
Since you are here, help me with this task.
Here, 'puisque' conveys the causal relationship, explaining the necessity to leave due to the rain.
Nous devons partir maintenant puisqu'il commence à pleuvoir.
We must leave now since it is starting to rain.
In this example, 'puisque' provides a reason for the absence based on the individual's illness.