What it means
によると means “according to” and identifies the source of information that follows. It is commonly used with reports, forecasts, announcements, statistics, or information from a person or organization. The statement after によると presents what that source says or indicates, rather than the speaker’s independent conclusion.
Usage note
によると refers to an information source and is different from によって, which can mean “depending on” or indicate a means or agent. The clause after によると often expresses reported information, so it commonly appears with forms such as そうだ or ということだ.
How to use it
天気予報によると、明日は雨が降ります。
According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
天気予報によると、明日は雨が降る。
According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
Example sentences
気象庁の発表によると、今週末は北の地域で雪が降るそうです。
According to the Meteorological Agency's announcement, it will snow in northern regions this weekend.
図書館の案内によると、来月から利用時間が変更されるそうです。
According to the library's notice, the hours of use will be changed starting next month.
市役所の統計によると、