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定

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The word "确定" is formed by combining the character "确", which means "certain" or "true", with the character "定", which means "to decide" or "to settle". The semantic contribution of "确" provides the sense of certainty, while "定" adds the action of decision or fixation, resulting in a compound meaning "to confirm" or "to determine". This direct merger of meanings from both characters constructs the word without reliance on phonetic or structural patterns.

Example Sentences Hide

我确定这是对的。

Wǒ quèdìng zhè shì duì de.

I am sure this is correct.

我们需要确定会议时间。

Wǒmen xūyào quèdìng huìyì shíjiān.

We need to determine the meeting time.

请你确定一下航班信息。

Qǐng nǐ quèdìng yīxià hángbān xìnxī.

Please confirm the flight information.

在做出决定之前，必须确定所有细节。

Zài zuò chū juédìng zhīqián, bìxū quèdìng suǒyǒu xìjié.

Before making a decision, all details must be confirmed.

由于情况不断变化，我们难以确定最终方案。

Yóuyú qíngkuàng bùduàn biànhuà, wǒmen nányǐ quèdìng zuìzhōng fāng'àn.

Due to the constantly changing situation, it is difficult for us to determine the final plan.

Word Definition - 确定

què dìng definite; certain; fixed; to fix (on sth); to determine; to be sure; to ensure; to make certain; to ascertain; to clinch; to recognize; to confirm; OK (on computer dialog box)

Individual Character Details

确 què, què
定 dìng