约
定

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The word "约定" is formed by combining the character "约", which denotes appointing or binding through mutual agreement, and "定", which signifies deciding or fixing firmly. The semantic contribution of "约" involves the concept of arranging or promising, while "定" adds the idea of making that arrangement stable and settled, resulting in a compound meaning an agreed-upon commitment or appointment.

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我们约定在这里见面。

Wǒmen yuēdìng zài zhèlǐ jiànmiàn.

We agreed to meet here.

我和朋友约定周末去公园。

Wǒ hé péngyou yuēdìng zhōumò qù gōngyuán.

I made an agreement with my friend to go to the park on the weekend.

他们约定下个月一起旅行。

Tāmen yuēdìng xià gè yuè yīqǐ lǚxíng.

They agreed to travel together next month.

根据我们的约定，你必须按时到达。

Gēnjù wǒmen de yuēdìng, nǐ bìxū ànshí dàodá.

According to our agreement, you must arrive on time.

尽管天气不好，他们还是遵守了约定。

Jǐnguǎn tiānqì bù hǎo, tāmen háishì zūnshǒu le yuēdìng.

Despite the bad weather, they still kept the agreement.

Word Definition - 约定

yuē dìng to agree on sth (after discussion); to conclude a bargain; to arrange; to promise; to stipulate; to make an appointment; stipulated (time, amount, quality etc); an arrangement; a deal; appointment; undertaking; commitment; understanding; engagement; stipulation

Individual Character Details

约 yāo, yuē
定 dìng