jan1 jing3因應因应
Jyutpingjan1 jing3
Yaleyān ying
Definition
In response to, according to, or depending on a situation or change.
neutraldaily actionswork
How it's used
Often used in formal or professional contexts to indicate that a decision or action is contingent upon specific external factors. It functions similarly to a preposition, linking a condition to a subsequent reaction or adjustment. While common in news reports and business meetings, it sounds slightly stiff or bureaucratic in casual, everyday conversation.
Examples
We will adjust our itinerary according to the weather.
Do you need to change the time depending on the demand?
Related words
Common phrases
depending on the situation
in response to demand
Common mistake
Avoid using it as a direct translation for 'because' or 'due to'. It specifically implies a responsive adjustment or a conditional strategy, rather than just stating a cause.
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Grammar guides
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