because, from the fact that

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Explanation

Indicates reason based on observable fact.

[Plain form] + ことから

葉が赤いことから、この木は紅葉と呼ばれる。

Ha ga akai koto kara, kono ki wa momiji to yobareru.

Because the leaves are red, this tree is called momiji.

彼女が笑っていることから、いいニュースだと分かった。

Kanojo ga waratte iru koto kara, ii nyuusu da to wakatta.

From the fact that she was smiling, I knew it was good news.

Based on visible/known facts.

～ことだ

should, the important thing is to

～ために (tame ni)

in order to ~, for the purpose of ~

～のに (noni)

although ~, despite ~, even though ~

～にもかかわらず

despite ~, in spite of ~

～ようになる

come to ~, become able to ~, reach the point where ~

Common in explanations of names and conclusions.

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Last updated: Jan 2

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