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    Using 出于 (chūyú) to express "out of" a reason

    Purpose & Reason

    Structure

    出于 + Reason/Motive，Subject + Verb Phrase

    Explanation

    出于 (chūyú) is a preposition meaning "out of" or "due to," used to introduce the reason, motive, or emotion behind an action. It is typically followed by an abstract noun such as 个人原因 (personal reasons) or 好奇 (curiosity). It is common in formal writing and speech.

    Examples

    • 他出于好奇打开了那扇门。

      Tā chūyú hàoqí dǎkāi le nà shàn mén.

      He opened that door out of curiosity.

    • 她出于个人原因辞去了这份工作。

      Tā chūyú gèrén yuányīn cíqù le zhè fèn gōngzuò.

      She resigned from this job for personal reasons.

    • 出于安全考虑，这条路暂时封闭了。

      Chūyú ānquán kǎolǜ, zhè tiáo lù zànshí fēngbì le.

      For safety reasons, this road has been temporarily closed.

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