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AI Study Notes for 据此
Use 据此 in formal contexts, as it may sound awkward or overly complex in casual conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar expressions like '根据' (gen1 ju4), which means 'according to' but is more commonly used in everyday language.
While 据此 is not explicitly listed in HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance comprehension of formal texts, especially in HSK 5 and above. Focus on how it connects ideas in argumentative writing and practice using it in context.
Students often misuse 据此 in informal contexts, such as saying, '据此，我想去吃饭' (According to this, I want to go eat), which sounds unnatural. Instead, use a simpler phrase like '所以' (suǒyǐ) meaning 'so' for casual conversation.
Pronunciation of 据此
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How to say according to this in Chinese
“according to this” in Chinese is据此
据此 is a formal phrase meaning 'according to this' or 'on the ground of the above.' It is often used to introduce conclusions, reported speech, or evidence in writing, indicating that what follows is based on the preceding information. This phrase is commonly found in formal documents, reports, and academic writing.
When to use 据此
Use 据此 in formal contexts, as it may sound awkward or overly complex in casual conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar expressions like '根据' (gen1 ju4), which means 'according to' but is more commonly used in everyday language.
What learners get wrong
Students often misuse 据此 in informal contexts, such as saying, '据此，我想去吃饭' (According to this, I want to go eat), which sounds unnatural. Instead, use a simpler phrase like '所以' (suǒyǐ) meaning 'so' for casual conversation.
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It's best to reserve 据此 for written contexts, as it may sound too formal in conversation.
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