real cause

language: zh

definitions

  1. The fundamental, underlying, or true reason for an event, situation, or phenomenon, often distinguished from superficial or apparent reasons.
    zh: 真实原因
  2. The genuine motive, intention, or driving force behind a person's actions or decisions.
    zh: 真实动机

examples

  1. The investigation revealed the real cause of the accident was mechanical failure.

    调查显示事故的真实原因是机械故障。

  2. He pretended to help, but his real cause was personal gain.

    他假装帮忙，但他的真实动机是个人利益。