凭借píngjiè

Preposition 凭借 (píngjiè) – relying on, by virtue of, on the strength of

Meaning: relying on, by virtue of, thanks to

Pattern

1
他凭借丰富的经验赢得了这场比赛。
Tā píngjiè fēngfù de jīngyàn yíngdéle zhè chǎng bǐsài.
Relying on his rich experience, he won this competition.
2
这部电影凭借精彩的剧情获得了奥斯卡奖。
Zhè bù diànyǐng píngjiè jīngcǎi de jùqíng huòdéle Àosīkǎ jiǎng.
On the strength of its splendid plot, this film won an Academy Award.
3
她凭借坚强的毅力克服了重重困难。
Tā píngjiè jiānqiáng de yìlì kèfúle chóngchóng kùnnán.
By virtue of her unyielding tenacity, she overcame numerous difficulties.

•凭借 is followed by a positive abstract noun phrase; it does not introduce a full clause nor negative factors.

⚠️ Common Mistakes:

•Using 凭借 followed by a full clause: incorrect, it requires a noun phrase.

•Using 凭借 in negative contexts: 凭借 is reserved for positive advantages and qualities.

•Confusing 凭借 with 依靠: 依靠 emphasizes personal reliance/dependence, while 凭借 stresses tools, merits, and conditions.

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