～により (〜ni yori)
Explanation
Indicates the reason, method, or means by which something happens; 'by', 'through', 'due to'.
Formation
Noun + により, Verb + により
Detailed Explanation
The ～により grammar point is used to indicate the reason, method, or means by which something happens or is done. It can be often translated as 'by', 'through', or 'due to' in English. It can be attached directly to nouns or verbs in plain form.
Examples
この事故は運転手の不注意により起こりました。
Kono jiko wa untenshu no fuchuui ni yori okorimashita.
This accident occurred due to the driver's carelessness.
その映画は小説により制作されました。
Sono eiga wa shousetsu ni yori seisaku saremashita.
The movie was produced based on the novel.
犯人は警察により逮捕されました。
Hannin wa keisatsu ni yori taiho saremashita.
The criminal was arrested by the police.
会社の成長は従業員の努力により実現しました。
Kaisha no seichou wa juugyouin no doryoku ni yori jitsugen shimashita.
The company's growth was achieved through the efforts of its employees.
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.