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Be careful not to confuse 由此 with similar phrases like '因此' (yīn cǐ), which means 'therefore'. 由此 is more formal and often appears in written Chinese, while '因此' is more commonly used in conversation. Remember to use it in contexts that require clarity of consequence.
While 由此 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects well with other formal expressions at higher levels. Focus on understanding its use in written Chinese and how it relates to cause-and-effect structures in sentences.
Learners often confuse 由此 with 由来 (yóu lái), which means 'origin' or 'source'. For example, saying '我们由此开始' (Wǒmen yóu cǐ kāishǐ) is correct, but using '我们由来开始' is incorrect.
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How to say hereby in Chinese
“hereby” in Chinese is由此
由此 (yóu cǐ) means 'hereby' or 'from this', often used to indicate a consequence or result derived from a previous statement or situation. It is commonly found in formal writing and speeches, where it serves to connect ideas logically.
When to use 由此
Be careful not to confuse 由此 with similar phrases like '因此' (yīn cǐ), which means 'therefore'. 由此 is more formal and often appears in written Chinese, while '因此' is more commonly used in conversation. Remember to use it in contexts that require clarity of consequence.
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Learners often confuse 由此 with 由来 (yóu lái), which means 'origin' or 'source'. For example, saying '我们由此开始' (Wǒmen yóu cǐ kāishǐ) is correct, but using '我们由来开始' is incorrect.
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It is more appropriate for formal contexts, such as writing and speeches, rather than casual conversations.
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