Korean phrase
원인은 ~ 이에요. wo ni neun ~ i e yo
Meaning
The cause is ___
When to use it
This phrase identifies what caused a problem. It is a polite, calm way to state the cause in a report or explanation.
Example dialogue
회의 자료에 오류가 생겼어요. hoe ui cha ryo e o ryu ga saeng gyeo sseo yo
An error occurred in the meeting materials.
원인은 자료 누락 이에요. wo ni neun cha ryo nu rak i e yo
The cause is missing materials.