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synonym Comparative
〜によって
VS
活路

Differences Between "〜によって" and "活路"

Option A
〜によって
Meaning
by (means of), due to, depending on
Reading
〜によって (ni yotte)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
この絵は有名な画家によって描かれました。
This painting was drawn by a famous artist.
Option B
活路
Meaning
means of escape, way out, way to survive/revive
Reading
かつろ (katsuro)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
絶体絶命の状況で活路を見出す。
To find a way out in a desperate situation.

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Which word fits this context: "(by (means of), due to, depending on)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 〜によって: Can express the method/means, the cause/reason, or that something varies based on a condition. Often used in formal or passive voice sentences.
- 活路: Refers to a way or means to survive a difficult situation, overcome a crisis, or find a solution to a seemingly hopeless problem. (困難な状況を打開し、生き残るための道筋や方法。)
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