Japanese

えいきょう
Meaning: influence; effect; impact
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

影
響

Example sentences

His music is influenced by the rock of the 60s.
彼は周囲に良い影響を与えている。
He is having a positive influence on those around him.
事故の影響で、電車が定刻より十分遅れた。
The train was ten minutes late from the scheduled time due to the effects of an accident.
激しい雨の影響で、河川の水位が危険なレベルに達した。
Due to the heavy rain, the river water level reached a dangerous level.
台風の影響で、電車の運転を見合わせている。
Train operations are being suspended due to the typhoon.
台風の影響で海が荒れている。
The sea is rough due to the influence of the typhoon.
幼少期の経験が人格の形成に大きな影響を与える。
Experiences in early childhood have a great influence on the formation of personality.
台風の影響で電線が切断された。
The power lines were cut due to the typhoon.
台風の影響で、川が氾濫する恐れがある。
Due to the influence of the typhoon, there is a danger that the river will overflow.
大雪の影響で、電車がストップした。
The train stopped due to the heavy snow.

Usage Notes

Frequently used with the verb '受ける' (to receive influence) or '与える' (to give/exert influence).

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