本着

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Usage of 本着

本着 is a formal preposition used to indicate that an action or decision is made based on a certain principle, attitude, or guideline. It often appears in written or formal spoken Chinese, especially in business, legal, or official contexts.

Meaning and Nuance

It means "based on" or "in accordance with," implying that the following action respects or follows the stated principle or attitude. It carries a tone of conscientiousness and intentionality.

Common Collocations

These collocations emphasize ethical or formal bases for actions.

Usage Tips

本着 is typically followed by a noun phrase describing the principle or attitude, then a verb phrase describing the action taken. It is not used for casual or everyday decisions but rather for formal or serious contexts.

Avoid confusing 本着 with similar words like 根据 (gēnjù), which also means "based on" but is more neutral and widely used in everyday speech. 本着 often implies a value judgment or ethical stance behind the action.

Example Sentences

We conduct business based on the principle of honesty.

Based on a responsible attitude towards the environment, the company reduced

Based on the principles of fairness and justice, the competition results