Meanings of 据
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AI Study Notes for 据
据 (jù) vs 基于 (jī yú) — use 据 for citing sources or information, while 基于 emphasizes the foundation or basis of an argument.
Imagine a judge (judicial) sitting at a desk (据) to make decisions based on evidence. The desk symbolizes the foundation on which decisions are made. The pronunciation 'jū' can be remembered by visualizing 'jew' which sounds similar, and reminds you that precious things often depend on agreements.
Be cautious not to confuse 据 (jū) with its homophone jù, which has different meanings. It is often used in formal contexts, such as legal or academic writing. Common collocations include 据说 (jùshuō - according to what is said) and 根据 (gēnjù - based on).
Although not directly listed in HSK levels, understanding 据 can enhance comprehension of related terms like 根据 (gēnjù) and 拮据 (jiéjū). Focus on how it functions in different phrases and its role in expressing dependency or citation.
In Chinese culture, the concept of citing information or making decisions based on established rules or evidence is deeply valued, reflecting the importance of authority and correctness in communication.
Learners often confuse 据 (jū) with the character 具 (jù), which means 'to possess' or 'tool'. For example, saying '我据这个信息' (Wǒ jù zhège xìnxī) is incorrect; it should be '我根据这个信息' (Wǒ gēnjù zhège xìnxī).
Pronunciation of 据
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Etymology of 据
Phonosemantic compound. 扌 represents the meaning and 居 represents the sound. Simplified form of 據.
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Decomposition of 据
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Grammar Patterns of 据
据 functions as a preposition (often called a "coverb" in Chinese). It introduces a phrase that comes BEFORE the main verb (我在家吃饭, 给妈妈打电话), unlike English which puts prepositions after the verb. It carries 8 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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学校根____学生的中文水平分班。
The school assigns classes based on students' Chinese proficiency.
Common Confusions with 据
Similar sound but different meaning and usage.
据 and 依 both indicate dependence or reliance, but 据 emphasizes the basis for the action or statement.
据说他很聪明 vs 依靠他来解决问题
据 and 依 both indicate dependence or reliance, but 据 emphasizes the basis for the action or statement.
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Example Sentences for 据 (10)
Cultural Notes for 据
In Chinese culture, the concept of citing information or making decisions based on established rules or evidence is deeply valued, reflecting the importance of authority and correctness in communication.
There's a Chinese proverb '据事而论', which means 'to discuss based on facts'. This emphasizes the importance of relying on evidence in discussions and decision-making.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 据
The characters 据 (jù) and 據 (yù) are variants of each other, with 据 being more commonly used in modern contexts. While their meanings can overlap, 據 is often found in more formal or literary texts. It's important to recognize the context in which each character is used.