をもとに
Meanings
- Based on
- From
- According to
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Explanation
をもとに indicates that something is created, decided, or concluded using something as the basis or source. It emphasizes the source material, evidence, or data used to support the action. It is common in formal writing, reports, plans, and arguments. It does not imply ownership or direct authority, just the basis for the next step.
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Example sentences
We made the plan based on market research.
We argued his innocence based on the evidence.
We design the lesson based on the teacher's experience.
We prepare the report based on the documents.
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