because ~, from the fact that ~

Intermediate

20-30 min

common

Expert Reviewed

Explanation

Indicates the reason or origin of something.

[Plain form] + ことから

形が富士山に似ていることから、この山は「小富士」と呼ばれている。

Katachi ga Fujisan ni nite iru koto kara, kono yama wa "Ko-Fuji" to yobarete iru.

Because its shape resembles Mt. Fuji, this mountain is called "Little Fuji".

Often used to explain naming or conclusions.

～に違いない

must be ~, no doubt that ~, undoubtedly

～に関して/関する

regarding ~, concerning ~, about ~

～について/つい

about ~, concerning ~

～に伴って/伴い/伴う

along with ~, as ~ (changes)

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Last updated: Jan 10

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