1.
factor; cause; contributing element
Something that contributes to a result or outcome.
成功の要因を分析する。
To analyze the factors of success.
事故の要因を調べる。
To investigate the cause of the accident.
いくつかの要因が重なった。
Several factors combined.
要因 refers to factors or causes that contribute to outcomes. It's commonly used in analysis and research.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 主要因: main factor
- 要因分析: factor analysis
- 外的要因: external factor
- 内的要因: internal factor