依据

The Chinese word "依据" is composed of two characters: "依" and "据". The character "依" means "to rely on" or "to depend on", while the character "据" means "evidence" or "proof". Together, the two characters mean "to rely on evidence" or "to base on facts".The word "依据" is often used in legal contexts, where it refers to the evidence that is used to support a claim or argument. For example, a lawyer might say that their client is innocent "依据" the evidence that was presented in court.The word "依据" can also be used in more general contexts, to refer to any type of evidence or proof that is used to support a statement or claim. For example, a scientist might say that their theory is correct "依据" the data that they have collected.The word "依据" is a versatile word that can be used in a variety of contexts. It is an important word for HSK learners to know, as it is often used in both written and spoken Chinese.