B1 noun Formal

依据

/i˥ t͡ɕy˥˩/

The basis, foundation, or evidence upon which a statement, decision, or theory is established.

Examples

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1

我们做事要讲依据。

We must have a basis for what we do.

2

法官的判决必须以法律为依据。

The judge's ruling must be based on the law.

3

没依据的话别乱说。

Don't talk nonsense without evidence.

Word Family

Noun
依据
Verb
依据
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Memory Tip

Lean (依) on the evidence (据).

Quick Quiz

任何指控都必须建立在事实____之上。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 依据

Examples

1

我们做事要讲依据。

everyday

We must have a basis for what we do.

2

法官的判决必须以法律为依据。

formal

The judge's ruling must be based on the law.

3

没依据的话别乱说。

informal

Don't talk nonsense without evidence.

4

研究者应当引用可靠的文献作为依据。

academic

Researchers should cite reliable literature as a basis.

5

这份报告是制定明年计划的重要依据。

business

This report is an important basis for making next year's plan.

Word Family

Noun
依据
Verb
依据

Common Collocations

科学依据 scientific basis
法律依据 legal basis
事实依据 factual evidence
作为依据 act as a basis
寻找依据 look for evidence

Common Phrases

有据可查

supported by records

无据之谈

groundless talk

主要依据

main basis

Often Confused With

依据 vs 根据

'根据' can be a preposition (according to) or a noun; '依据' is more formal and primarily used as a noun meaning 'foundation'.

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Usage Notes

Essential for explaining the logic behind an argument in IELTS Writing.

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Common Mistakes

Mixing up '依据' with '依靠' (to rely on someone).

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Memory Tip

Lean (依) on the evidence (据).

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Word Origin

From '依' (rely/depend) and '据' (evidence/proof).

Grammar Patterns

以...为依据 根据/依据...显示

Quick Quiz

任何指控都必须建立在事实____之上。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 依据

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