原因
A person or thing that gives rise to an action, phenomenon, or condition; the logic or motive behind a fact.
Examples
3 of 5由于天气原因,我们的航班延误了。
Due to weather reasons, our flight was delayed.
专家们正在调查事故的真正原因。
Experts are investigating the true cause of the accident.
这是由于多种社会原因造成的。
This is caused by multiple social reasons.
Word Family
Memory Tip
原 means 'source/original' and 因 means 'cause'. The source cause.
Quick Quiz
全球变暖的___有很多,其中包括二氧化碳排放。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 原因
Examples
由于天气原因,我们的航班延误了。
everydayDue to weather reasons, our flight was delayed.
专家们正在调查事故的真正原因。
academicExperts are investigating the true cause of the accident.
这是由于多种社会原因造成的。
formalThis is caused by multiple social reasons.
你能告诉我你辞职的原因吗?
businessCan you tell me the reason for your resignation?
没啥特别原因,就是不想去。
informalNo special reason, I just don't want to go.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
因果关系
causal relationship
无缘无故
for no reason at all
事出有因
there is a reason for what happened
Often Confused With
理由 is often a 'justification' or 'excuse', whereas 原因 is a more objective 'cause'.
Usage Notes
A key word for 'Cause and Effect' essays in IELTS.
Common Mistakes
Avoid saying '原因是因为...' (The reason is because...), instead use '原因之一是...' or '因为...'.
Memory Tip
原 means 'source/original' and 因 means 'cause'. The source cause.
Word Origin
Originates from 'source' and 'cause'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
全球变暖的___有很多,其中包括二氧化碳排放。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 原因
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
乃至
B2And even; even to the extent of. Used to show a progression from small to large, or from less important to more important.
论述
B1To discuss, expound, or provide a systematic explanation of a topic in writing or speech.
推导
B1To arrive at a conclusion or a formula by logical reasoning or mathematical calculation.
借鉴
B1To use other people's experiences, methods, or works as a reference to improve one's own work. It involves learning from the success or failure of others.
相应
B1Acting in response to something; matching or corresponding in degree, amount, or character.
从而
B1Used to connect two clauses where the second clause is a direct result or a further step of the first action; thus; thereby.
鉴于
B1In view of; considering; seeing that; used to introduce the reason or background for a decision or statement.
依然
B1Continuing to be in the same state or condition as before; still; as before.
要点
B1The most important parts or aspects of something; key points.
局限
B1A limiting condition or circumstance; the state of being restricted within certain boundaries.
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