No. 3,830 in Japanese
よら
"よら" can mean "depends on" or "rely on," depending on context.
In a sentence
天気によらず旅行に行く予定です。
Regardless of the weather, we plan to go on a trip.
In this sentence, “によらず” is used to express a condition that does not affect the decision or action, meaning 'regardless of' or 'irrespective of'. It shows a detachment from a particular condition.
この方針によらなければ成功は難しい。
Unless you follow this policy, success will be difficult.
Here, “によらなければ” conveys a conditional dependence, meaning 'unless depending on' or 'without adhering to'. It highlights the necessity of following a specified approach.
結果は時期によるものです。
The results depend on the timing.
In this context, “によるもの” indicates causation or dependence on something, meaning the outcome is contingent upon or caused by the specified factor.
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