determines
word · lemma: determine
Definition
To cause something to happen in a certain way, or to officially decide something. It can also mean to figure out or establish something after considering facts.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal, scientific, or academic contexts. Common phrases: 'determines the outcome', 'determines whether'. Not the same as 'decide' for personal choices; more about causes, influences, or official rulings.
Spanish: determina - decidePortuguese (BR): determina - decidePortuguese (PT): determina - decideChinese (Simplified): 决定 - 确定Chinese (Traditional): 決定 - 確定Hindi: निर्धारित करता है - तय करता हैArabic: يحدد - يقررBengali: নির্ধারণ করে - সিদ্ধান্ত গ্রহণ করেRussian: определяетJapanese: 決める - 決定するVietnamese: quyết định - xác địnhKorean: 결정하다 - 좌우하다Turkish: belirlerUrdu: متعین کرتا ہے - فیصلہ کرتا ہےIndonesian: menentukan
Example Sentences
The winner of the race determines who gets the trophy.
basic
Age often determines the price of an antique.
basic
A judge determines if the law was broken.
basic
Your attitude really determines how well you do in life.
natural
Salary alone rarely determines job satisfaction.
natural
The weather determines if we go hiking this weekend.
natural