取决

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Usage of 取决

The verb 取决 (qǔjué) means "to depend on" or "to be determined by." It is commonly used to express that the outcome or decision is contingent upon certain factors.

Common Contexts

You will often see 取决 followed by (yú), which introduces the condition or factor that influences the result, e.g., 取决选择 (depends on your choice). This structure is very common in both spoken and written Chinese.

Collocations and Patterns

Nuances

Using 取决 emphasizes that the result is not fixed but conditional. It is more formal than some colloquial alternatives and is suitable for academic, business, and everyday contexts.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 取决 with 决定 (juédìng), which means "to decide." 取决 focuses on dependency, while 决定 emphasizes the act of making a decision.

Example Sentences

The results of this exam depend on your effort.

Our plan depends on the weather conditions.

Success depends on persistence and effort.