rely on; depend on
Tone colorsmāmámǎmàma
Meanings
1 sense · 3 examplesverb
to rely on; to depend on (someone's power, influence, or advantageous conditions)
Often used with words like 权势 (power and influence), 势力 (force), or 背景 (background). Frequently carries a negative connotation when implying the use of unfair advantages or bullying, though it can be used neutrally.
Tā他
yǐ倚
zhàng仗
fù父
qīn亲
de的
quán权
shì势
móu谋
qǔ取
sī私
lì利
。
He relied on his father's power and influence to seek personal gain.
Bù不
yào要
yǐ倚
zhàng仗
zì自
jǐ己
lì力
qi气
dà大
jiù就
qī欺
fù负
xiǎo小
tóng同
xué学
。
Don't bully your younger classmates just because you are strong.
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Zhè这
jiā家
gōng公
sī司
yǐ倚
zhàng仗
jì技
shù术
yōu优
shì势
xùn迅
sù速
zhàn占
lǐng领
le了
shì市
chǎng场
。
This company relied on its technological advantages to rapidly capture the market.