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凭
píng
Description
“凭”是一个很常用的字，常常表示“依靠”或者“根据”什么东西。
"凭" is a very common character, often meaning "to rely on" or "based on" something.
比如你可以说“凭票进场”，意思是要有票才能进去。
For example, you can say "凭票进场," which means you need a ticket to enter.
Meanings
凭píng
to rely on; to depend on
他凭自己的努力找到了工作。
He found a job through his own efforts.
凭píng
based on; according to
凭这张票你可以进去。
You can enter with this ticket.
凭píng
to lean on (against something)
她凭着窗户看外面的雨。
She looks at the rain outside through the window.
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Notes
- Nuance
凭 often introduces a basis or proof; common in 凭票、凭什么、凭本事.
- Etymology
originally meant to lean on something, extended to "rely on" and "based on".
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