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依据 (yījù) - use '基于' when emphasizing the foundational aspect, while '依据' focuses more on the source or reference.
This phrase is often used in academic, legal, or business contexts. A common mistake is to confuse '基于' with '由于' (yóu yú), which means 'due to'—the former implies a basis while the latter implies a cause. It's important to use the correct context to avoid misunderstanding.
Although '基于' may not be in the official HSK vocabulary, it is a useful phrase for learners at HSK 5 and above. Students should focus on its usage in formal writing and discussions, as it frequently appears in academic texts.
Learners often misuse '基于' in informal contexts where simpler phrases would suffice, such as saying '基于这个' instead of the more casual '根据这个' (gēn jù zhè ge) for 'according to this.' It's also mistakenly used interchangeably with '由于.'
Pronunciation of 基于
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How to say because of in Chinese
“because of” in Chinese is基于
The term '基于' (jī yú) means 'based on' or 'on the basis of.' It is commonly used in formal contexts to indicate that a conclusion, decision, or action is derived from certain foundations, such as evidence, principles, or prior information.
When to use 基于
This phrase is often used in academic, legal, or business contexts. A common mistake is to confuse '基于' with '由于' (yóu yú), which means 'due to'—the former implies a basis while the latter implies a cause. It's important to use the correct context to avoid misunderstanding.
基于 or something close to it
依据 (yījù) - use '基于' when emphasizing the foundational aspect, while '依据' focuses more on the source or reference.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse '基于' in informal contexts where simpler phrases would suffice, such as saying '基于这个' instead of the more casual '根据这个' (gēn jù zhè ge) for 'according to this.' It's also mistakenly used interchangeably with '由于.'
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Frequently Asked Questions about 基于
While it is more common in formal contexts, you can use it in conversations that require a clear basis for a statement, but be mindful of the audience.
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