synonym Comparative
起因
VS
由緒
Differences Between "起因" and "由緒"
Option A
起因
Meaning
cause, origin
Reading
きいん (kiin)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
その問題は、古いシステムに起因している。
That problem is caused by the old system.
Option B
由緒
Meaning
history, lineage, pedigree, origin, tradition
Reading
ゆいしょ (yuisho)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この神社は由緒ある歴史を持つ。
This shrine has a distinguished history.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(cause, origin)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 起因: Refers to the underlying cause or source of an event or phenomenon. Often used in a slightly formal or analytical context, especially for negative outcomes, usually with 〜に起因する (to be caused by). (ある事柄の根本的な原因や根源を指します。やや改まった、分析的な文脈で、特に悪い結果に対して「〜に起因する」の形で使われることが多いです)
- 由緒: Refers to the long, respectable, or noteworthy history and origin of a place (like a temple or shrine), a family, or an object, often implying a dignified or distinguished background.
- 起因: Refers to the underlying cause or source of an event or phenomenon. Often used in a slightly formal or analytical context, especially for negative outcomes, usually with 〜に起因する (to be caused by). (ある事柄の根本的な原因や根源を指します。やや改まった、分析的な文脈で、特に悪い結果に対して「〜に起因する」の形で使われることが多いです)
- 由緒: Refers to the long, respectable, or noteworthy history and origin of a place (like a temple or shrine), a family, or an object, often implying a dignified or distinguished background.
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