Because 係英文作文一個好常用嘅字,例如我哋會講引致某原因/問題。要避免用嚟用去都係 because,又有啲咩近義詞呢?

 

1. Prompt

 

The actor’s post on social media has prompted speculation over his future on his acting career.

演員在社交媒體上的帖子引發了外界對其未來演藝事業發展的猜測。

 

2. Breed

 

Conflict of interest is one of the reasons that breeds workplace politics.

利益衝突是造成辦公室政治的原因之一。

 

3. Contribute to

 

Heavy drinking can contribute to an increased chance of getting chronic diseases.

酗酒會增加患上慢性病的風險。

 

4. Give rise to

 

This strategy is good for economic development but may give rise to the opposition from green groups.

這條政策有利於經濟發展,但可能會引起環保團體的反對。

 

5. Bring about

 

I believe the new law will bring about a reduction in the demand for plastic bags.

我相信新的法例會減少人們對塑膠袋的需求。

 

6. Conduce to (一般用於正面事情上)

 

A balanced diet conduces to good health.

均衡的飲食有助於身體健康。

 

7. Bring on (一般用於負面事情上)

 

Overeating will bring on a stomachache. You should suppress your appetite and avoid eating too much at once.

過度飲食會導致胃痛。你應該抑制你的食慾,避免暴飲暴食。

 

8. Spell (一般用於負面事情上,如招致麻煩/災難)

 

The new government policy is likely to spell disastrous effects onto small businesses.

新的政府政策可能會為小型企業帶來災難性的影響。