Definition
依托 means 'to rely on' or 'depend on' something as a foundation or support — often in a systemic or abstract way (e.g., data, technology). It is more formal and nuanced than the general 依靠 (yīkào), and lacks the negative connotation of excessive dependency that 依赖 (yīlài) can carry. Use 依托 when the reliance is on a basis, resource, or system, not just on a person.
verb
to rely onto depend on
Examples
- 依托。Gōngsī de chénggōng yī tuō měi yí wèi yuángōng de nǔlì.The company's success relies on the effort of every employee.
- ，依托。Zài zhège mòshēng de chéngshì, tā zhǐ néng yī tuō zìjǐ.In this unfamiliar city, he can only rely on himself.
- 依托。Réngōng zhìnéng de fāzhǎn yī tuō dàliàng shùjù.The development of artificial intelligence relies on large amounts of data.
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