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~によると (ni yoru to) - According to
[Noun] + によると
Quick answer
[Noun] + によると means "According to / Based on". Mastering this N3 structure builds fluency for reading and listening. Full examples and exercises are below.
Meaning
According to / Based on
Explanation
Indicates the source of information.
Examples
天気予報によると、明日は雨だそうです。
てんきよほうによると、あしたはあめだそうです。
According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
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[Noun] + によると
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Last updated Jul 4, 2026