による【ことによる】

Frequency rank: 11,490. – 11,524. (for form ことによる: 3,018.)
    expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); noun or verb acting prenominally; Godan verb with 'ru' ending
  1. depending on the circumstancesword usually written using kana alonesee also
    2. expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.); Godan verb with 'ru' ending
  2. due to (with modifying verb)
Forms
  • による【ことによる】Frequency rank: 11,490. – 11,524.
  • ことによるFrequency rank: 3,018.
Generated definitions (experimental)
  1. depending on the circumstances
    2. This phrase is used to indicate that what follows is conditional or contingent on specific circumstances or situations. It implies that the outcome or decision may vary based on different factors.
    There may be schedule changes depending on the weather.
    The resolution of that issue will take time due to the circumstances.
  2. due to (with modifying verb)
    3. This usage indicates a cause-and-effect relationship, emphasizing that something is the result of a specific reason or action.
    His success is due to his hard work.
    Delays are expected due to traffic congestion.
Generated collocations (experimental)
changes depending on the circumstancesimpact due to circumstancesreason depending on the circumstancesselection based on circumstancesanalysis depending on the problemjudgment based on the situationdecision due to circumstancesresults depending on the circumstancesadjustment depending on the situationresponse depending on the circumstances
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