~にもとづいて/もとづき
based on; according to
Structure
N + にもとづいて/もとづき
Explanation
State the basis or grounds for a decision or evaluation; often used in writing.
Examples
1この映画は実際にあった事件に基づいて作られた。
This film is based on a real incident.
2データに基づいて仮説を立てる。
Formulate a hypothesis based on the data.
3法律に基づき、当店では20歳未満の方には酒の販売をいたしません。
In accordance with the law, our store does not sell alcohol to anyone under 20.
4今回の知事の発言は、正しい知識に基づいたものではない。
The governor's comments this time were not based on accurate information.
5今後とも、お客様のご意見に基づいた商品を開発していくつもりです。
From now on, we intend to continue developing products based on our customers' feedback.
Note
1) Easily confused with ~によって.
→ ~にもとづいて/もとづき means 'based on' standards, data, laws, regulations.2) Often used in written language (law, press, research).
→ Has a formal tone.3) Not used for means/method.
→ For 'by/through', use ~によって/~を通じて…