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订 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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订
dìng
to agree
HSK 4, v, 4 strokes, radical 讠, rank #2163, Medium
订
dìng
to conclude
HSK 4, v, 4 strokes, radical 讠, rank #2163, Medium
订
dìng
to draw up
HSK 4, v, 4 strokes, radical 讠, rank #2163, Medium
订
dìng
to subscribe to (a newspaper etc)
HSK 4, v, 4 strokes, radical 讠, rank #2163, Medium
订
dìng
to order
HSK 4, v, 4 strokes, radical 讠, rank #2163, Medium
订
dìng
to make an order; to draw up an agreement
HSK 4, v, 4 strokes, radical 讠, rank #2163, Medium
dìng(ding4)ding T4
1to agree
2to conclude
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March 24, 2026
订(訂)dìng(ding4)
The character 订 (dìng) primarily means 'to order' or 'to conclude an agreement.' It is often used in contexts such as making reservations, subscribing to services, or finalizing contracts. The nuance of this character implies a sense of commitment or arrangement.
Strokes4Radical讠Frequency#2163DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the act of 订ing a service or making a reservation is often seen as a formal commitment, reflecting the importance of reliability in social and business dealings. This character is commonly used in everyday contexts like dining or travel.
Memory tip
Imagine a 'ding' sound as you finalize an order or agreement, locking in your choice. The character has the radical for 'seal' (宀) on top, suggesting that when you '订' something, you are sealing a deal or commitment.
Meanings of 订
dìng(ding4)
1to agree
2to conclude
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About 订
订Simplified
訂Traditional
4Strokes
讠Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2163Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL3YCTL4HSKKL2CEFRA2
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Quick Contrast
预订 (yùdìng, to book in advance) is used when referring to making arrangements ahead of time, while 订 (dìng) can be more general and does not necessarily imply advance planning.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 订 (dìng) with other similar verbs like 买 (mǎi, to buy) or 预定 (yùdìng, to reserve), which have different nuances. It's important to use 订 in contexts where you are finalizing an agreement or placing an order rather than just purchasing something casually.
HSK Study Tips
While not explicitly listed in HSK levels, 订 is useful for intermediate learners, especially when discussing transactions or agreements. Students should focus on contexts where 订 is used, such as in travel bookings or subscription services to enhance their practical vocabulary.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 订 with the verb 选 (xuǎn, to choose), using it incorrectly in sentences like '我选了这个书' (Wǒ xuǎnle zhège shū, 'I ordered this book') instead of '我订了这本书' (Wǒ dìngle zhè běn shū).
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订 = 讠 + 丁. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 订
IDS Structure⿰讠丁
订Full character
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讠yan2
left
丁Ding1
right
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Parts
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How to say to agree in Chinese
“to agree” in Chinese is订dìng
The character 订 (dìng) primarily means 'to order' or 'to conclude an agreement.' It is often used in contexts such as making reservations, subscribing to services, or finalizing contracts. The nuance of this character implies a sense of commitment or arrangement.
When to use 订
Common mistakes include confusing 订 (dìng) with other similar verbs like 买 (mǎi, to buy) or 预定 (yùdìng, to reserve), which have different nuances. It's important to use 订 in contexts where you are finalizing an agreement or placing an order rather than just purchasing something casually.
订 or something close to it
预订 (yùdìng, to book in advance) is used when referring to making arrangements ahead of time, while 订 (dìng) can be more general and does not necessarily imply advance planning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 订 with the verb 选 (xuǎn, to choose), using it incorrectly in sentences like '我选了这个书' (Wǒ xuǎnle zhège shū, 'I ordered this book') instead of '我订了这本书' (Wǒ dìngle zhè běn shū).
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Grammar patterns of 订
订 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 6 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
