How to Say "caused by" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “caused by” is “motivado” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
adjectiveB2formal
resulting from a specific reason
Examples
El juez dio un veredicto muy bien motivado.
The judge gave a very well-reasoned verdict.
Su ausencia estaba motivada por razones de salud.
His absence was caused by health reasons.
Presentaron un informe motivado sobre los riesgos.
They presented a reasoned report about the risks.
The 'Cause' Meaning
In formal Spanish, when something is 'motivado por', it simply means it was caused by or triggered by that thing.
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