鉴于
In view of; considering; seeing that; used to introduce the reason or background for a decision or statement.
Examples
3 of 5鉴于他表现良好，公司决定提前录用他。
In view of his good performance, the company decided to hire him early.
鉴于市场竞争激烈，我们需要调整策略。
In view of the fierce market competition, we need to adjust our strategy.
鉴于你没带钱，这顿我请了。
Seeing that you didn't bring money, this meal is on me.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jian (鉴 - mirror/examine) Yu (于 - at/in). Examining the situation at hand.
Quick Quiz
___天气原因，今天的航班全部取消了。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 鉴于
Examples
鉴于他表现良好，公司决定提前录用他。
everydayIn view of his good performance, the company decided to hire him early.
鉴于市场竞争激烈，我们需要调整策略。
businessIn view of the fierce market competition, we need to adjust our strategy.
鉴于你没带钱，这顿我请了。
informalSeeing that you didn't bring money, this meal is on me.
鉴于样本数量有限，结论可能存在偏差。
academicIn view of the limited sample size, the conclusion may be biased.
鉴于双方的分歧，谈判陷入了僵局。
formalIn view of the differences between the two sides, the negotiations have reached a stalemate.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
鉴于此点
in view of this point
鉴于这种状况
given this state of affairs
Often Confused With
由于 is a simple 'because'; 鉴于 implies a more formal evaluation or 'looking at' the situation.
Usage Notes
Often used at the beginning of a sentence to set the stage for a formal conclusion or decision.
Common Mistakes
Don't use 鉴于 with another 'because' word like '因为' in the same clause.
Memory Tip
Jian (鉴 - mirror/examine) Yu (于 - at/in). Examining the situation at hand.
Word Origin
From '鉴' (ancient bronze mirror/to examine) and '于' (at).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Common in legal preambles and official government notices.
Quick Quiz
___天气原因，今天的航班全部取消了。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 鉴于
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迄今
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趋势
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