According To / Depending On: 〜によると / 〜によって

Learn how 〜によると cites a source and how 〜によって shows variation, method, or agency depending on context.

Use 〜によると for reported sources.Recognize 〜によって as 'depending on,' 'by,' 'through,' or 'because of' from context.Read source-based and explanatory writing more accurately.

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Source: 〜によると

Noun + によると means 'according to....' It introduces information from a source such as a report, forecast, survey, or article.

天気予報によると、明日は雨です。

According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.

The source is explicit.

新聞によると、その会社は来月新製品を出すらしい。

According to the newspaper, the company is apparently releasing a new product next month.

The statement is based on a report.

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