A2 noun フォーマル #587 よく出る

underlying

/ˌʌndəˈlaɪɪŋ/

Describes a reason, cause, or idea that is important but hidden under the surface of a situation. It refers to the most basic or fundamental part of something that is not immediately obvious.

例文

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1

The underlying problem with the computer was a loose wire.

The underlying problem with the computer was a loose wire.

2

The government needs to address the underlying causes of unemployment.

The government needs to address the underlying causes of unemployment.

3

I think there's an underlying reason why she's acting so strange.

I think there's an underlying reason why she's acting so strange.

語族

Verb
underlie
副詞
underlyingly
形容詞
underlying
関連
underlier
💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of an iceberg. The part you see is the surface, but the much larger part 'lying under' the water is the underlying part that supports everything else.

クイックテスト

Doctors are trying to find the ______ cause of his constant headaches.

正解!

正解は: underlying

例文

1

The underlying problem with the computer was a loose wire.

everyday

The underlying problem with the computer was a loose wire.

2

The government needs to address the underlying causes of unemployment.

formal

The government needs to address the underlying causes of unemployment.

3

I think there's an underlying reason why she's acting so strange.

informal

I think there's an underlying reason why she's acting so strange.

4

This research examines the underlying principles of social behavior.

academic

This research examines the underlying principles of social behavior.

5

The company's underlying profit has increased despite the slow market.

business

The company's underlying profit has increased despite the slow market.

語族

Verb
underlie
副詞
underlyingly
形容詞
underlying
関連
underlier

よく使う組み合わせ

underlying cause underlying cause
underlying issue underlying issue
underlying principle underlying principle
underlying message underlying message
underlying structure underlying structure

よく使うフレーズ

underlying health condition

underlying health condition

underlying assumptions

underlying assumptions

the underlying trend

the underlying trend

よく混同される語

underlying vs underlining

Underlining is the act of drawing a line under text, while underlying refers to a hidden cause or basis.

📝

使い方のコツ

This word is most often used to describe causes, problems, or reasons that are not visible at first glance. It is very common in academic, medical, and financial writing.

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よくある間違い

Learners sometimes use 'under' as an adjective instead of 'underlying' (e.g., 'the under reason' instead of 'the underlying reason').

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of an iceberg. The part you see is the surface, but the much larger part 'lying under' the water is the underlying part that supports everything else.

📖

語源

From the Old English words 'under' (below) and 'licgan' (to lie/rest).

文法パターン

Used as an adjective before a noun. No comparative or superlative form (*more underlying is rare). Present participle of the verb 'underlie' used as an adjective.

クイックテスト

Doctors are trying to find the ______ cause of his constant headaches.

正解!

正解は: underlying

関連フレーズ

関連単語

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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