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JLPT N1 Advanced

主因

The primary cause or main factor.

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Noun

The Main Cause" / "Primary Factor

Refers to the primary or leading factor responsible for a specific result, distinguishing it from secondary causes.

Example

事故 の 主因 は スピード の 出し過ぎ だった 。

The main cause of the accident was excessive speed.

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しゅいん
The primary cause or main factor.
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