fußen
Translation
to be based on, to rest on
Examples
Seine Theorie fußt auf Fakten.
His theory is based on facts.
Die Anklage fußt auf schwachen Beweisen.
The accusation rests on weak evidence.
Grammar Patterns
((on sth.dat)) to be based on sth. The decision is based on precise data.
Similar Words
basieren (to be based), beruhen (to rest on), gründen (to found)
Etymology
From 'Fuß' (foot). It literally means 'to have its foot on something'.
Memory Tips
Picture an idea or theory standing firmly on its 'feet' (Füße), which are the facts supporting it.