根据 (gēnjù) — based on
HSK 3 | preposition / noun | based on, according to; a basis or grounds
根据 (gēnjù)
根据 introduces the source, evidence, or basis for a statement or action. It means "based on" or "according to," and is used to justify conclusions, rules, or decisions.
Meanings
- [preposition] Based on; according to; in light of.
- [noun] Basis; grounds; evidence.
Example Sentences
根据天气预报，明天会下雨。 Gēnjù tiānqì yùbào, míngtiān huì xià yǔ. According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
根据规定，不能在这里停车。 Gēnjù guīdìng, bù néng zài zhèlǐ tíngchē. According to regulations, parking is not allowed here.
你说的话有什么根据？ Nǐ shuō de huà yǒu shénme gēnjù? What is the basis for what you said?
根据我的经验，这种方法最有效。 Gēnjù wǒ de jīngyàn, zhè zhǒng fāngfǎ zuì yǒuxiào. Based on my experience, this method is most effective.
Collocations
| Collocation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 根据…来判断 | judge based on… |
| 有根据 | well-founded; evidence-based |
| 没有根据 | groundless; baseless |
| 根据情况 | depending on the situation |
| 根据研究 | based on research |
Memory Hook
根 means "root" (tree radical 木 with a bottom mark for the root). 据 means "to hold / base." Your argument is only as strong as its root — its basis and foundation.