Difference between 依靠 and 凭?

[Scoobyqueen]

Is there a difference between 依靠 and 凭. From the text I have been reading they seem to be synonyms but it could just be that 凭 was less common. Alternatively, it is possible that if there is a difference the 凭 is more used for scientific or verifiable facts. If anyone can comment on this question, I would be grateful.

Thank you in advance.

Scooby wrx sti

[chenpv]

依, from its origin, depicts a 'person in its clothes' sort of dependence. It is much more of a direct, emotional, physical or material dependence.

凭, from its origin, depicts a 'some giant watch out its back' sort of dependence. It is much more of indirect, legal, logical or obligatory dependence.

[Scoobyqueen]

Hi Chenpv,

Should have thought about the idea behind the character. Thank you for pointing me in that direction.

Vielen dank! Ich habe gerade gesehen, dass Du deutsch sprichst.