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“factor” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiyōin

Example

成功の大きな要因は努力です。sei kō no ō ki na yō in wa do ryoku de su

A major factor in success is effort.

Illustration for 要因 (factor)

How to say “factor” in Japanese

“Factor” in Japanese is 要因 (yōin).

It presents something as one contributing part of the explanation for why a result occurs.

Full entry for 要因: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 要因

睡眠不足は集中力が下がる要因になります。sui min fu soku wa shū chū ryoku ga sa ga ru yō in ni na ri ma su

Lack of sleep can be a factor in reduced concentration.

Tips for using 要因

  • 要因 (yōin) is useful when several conditions contribute to an outcome, because it does not necessarily identify a single decisive cause.

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