Refers to what is visually behind the main subject, such as scenery in a photo, painting, stage, screen, or story setting.
The background of the photo is a little dark.
In this painting, even the background is drawn in detail.
circumstances; context; background to a situation
Used for the circumstances, causes, or social context behind an event, statement, problem, or decision.
There are complicated circumstances behind the incident.
First, I will explain the background to how this policy was created.
backing; support from behind the scenes
Refers to influence, resources, or support standing behind someone or something, often in politics, business, or organizations.
He expanded his business with a major corporation backing him.
That candidate has the backing of a powerful support group.
Mount Fuji appears in the background of the photo.
The police are investigating the background of the case.
A powerful politician was backing him behind the scenes for his election.
The art club members painted the stage backdrop.
Against the backdrop of rapid economic growth, consumption expanded.
背景 is the general word for any background image (e.g. in a photo or design), while 壁紙 specifically means the background image set on a computer or phone screen.
背景 highlights the historical or contextual background behind an event, while 事情 focuses on the practical reasons or situation affecting a decision.
背景 means the background or backdrop of a story, while 舞台 specifically names the place or era in which the story unfolds.
background image; static image
background art