据权威机构

You usually drop this at the very beginning of a sentence. It sets the stage for the facts you're about to drop. You can use it broadly, like 据权威机构显示 (According to authoritative institutions, it shows...), or name a specific one. Just remember to follow it with a verb like 报道 (report), 预测 (predict), or 统计 (statistically show). It’s like putting on a suit before you start talking.

Use this when you need to win an argument or sound professional. It’s perfect for business presentations, news writing, or academic essays. Even in casual chats, you can use it to settle a debate about health, technology, or the economy. If you want people to stop questioning your logic, this phrase is your best friend. It transforms 'I think' into 'The world knows.'

Don't use this for personal feelings or trivial gossip. If you say, 'According to authoritative institutions, my cat is the cutest,' people will think you're being sarcastic (or a bit weird). Avoid it in very intimate settings where 'I feel' is more important than 'The data shows.' Using it too much in a casual hangout might make you sound like a walking textbook. Nobody wants to grab a beer with a news anchor.

In Chinese culture, there is a deep-rooted respect for hierarchy and official expertise. Citing an 'institution' carries a lot of 'Face' (面子). It reflects a society that values collective knowledge and official verification over individual speculation. Using this phrase shows you are well-informed and respect the established order of knowledge. It’s a sign of being a 'serious' person who does their homework.

You’ll often hear 据官方报道 (According to official reports) for government news. If you’re talking about people, use 据专家表示 (According to experts). For numbers, try 据不完全统计 (According to incomplete statistics)—which is a sneaky way of saying 'The numbers are actually higher.' Each variation shifts the focus slightly, but they all aim for that sweet, sweet credibility.