Definition
后盾 (hòudùn) is a noun meaning 'reliable backing' — a dependable source of support or protection, often an institution or group (e.g., 国家做后盾). It is more specific than 依靠 (yīkào, 'support, something to rely on'), which is a broader noun/verb. Unlike 后台 (hòutái, 'behind-the-scenes supporter'), 后盾 has a positive, trustworthy connotation.
noun
supportbacking (a reliable source of help or protection)
Examples
- 后盾，。Yǒu guójiā zuò hòu dùn, rénmín cái néng ānjū lèyè.Only with the country as backing can people live and work in peace.
- ，后盾。Wúlùn yùdào shénme kùnnan, péngyou jiùshì nǐ de hòu dùn.No matter what difficulties you encounter, friends are your backing.
- 后盾。Zhè bǐ zījīn shì gōngsī kuòzhǎn yèwù de jiānshí hòu dùn.This fund is the solid backing for the company's business expansion.
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