based on, on the basis of

Beginner

15-20 min

very common

Expert Reviewed

Explanation

Indicates using something as a foundation.

[Noun] + をもとに(して)

この映画は実話をもとにしている。

Kono eiga wa jitsuwa wo moto ni shite iru.

This movie is based on a true story.

アンケート結果をもとに分析を行った。

Ankeeto kekka wo moto ni bunseki wo okonatta.

We conducted analysis based on the survey results.

Similar to に基づいて but slightly less formal.

～に基づいて

based on, in accordance with

～ために (tame ni)

in order to ~, for the purpose of ~

～のに (noni)

although ~, despite ~, even though ~

～にもかかわらず

despite ~, in spite of ~

～ようになる

come to ~, become able to ~, reach the point where ~

Very common in reports and presentations.

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Last updated: Jan 2

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