Definition
归因于 is a verb phrase meaning 'to attribute to' or 'to be attributed to'. It indicates that you are assigning a cause, reason, or source to something. The pattern is usually '把 A 归因于 B' (attribute A to B) or 'A 归因于 B' (A is attributed to B). It's used in formal or analytical contexts, not casual conversation.
v.p.
to attribute (something) to (something else)to be attributed to
Examples
- 归因于。Tā bǎ chénggōng guī yīn yú zìjǐ de nǔlì.He attributes his success to his own efforts.
- 归因于。Zhè cì shìgù guī yīn yú guǎnlǐ búdàng.This accident was attributed to improper management.
- 归因于。Kēxuéjiā bǎ qìhòu biànhuà guī yīn yú rénlèi huódòng.Scientists attribute climate change to human activities.
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