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制定 (zhìdìng) vs 制定计划 (zhìdìng jìhuà) — use 制定 when referring specifically to the act of formulating regulations rather than a specific plan.
Be careful not to confuse 制定 with 设定 (shè dìng), which means to set something in place rather than create it anew. It is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include 制定政策 (zhì dìng zhèng cè - formulate policies) and 制定计划 (zhì dìng jì huà - draw up plans).
As an HSK Level 5 word, 制定 connects well with other verbs related to planning and decision-making, such as 计划 (jì huà - plan) and 决定 (jué dìng - decide). Focus on understanding its application in formal documents and discussions.
Learners often misuse 制定 with informal contexts. For instance, saying '我制定了晚餐' (I formulated dinner) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我准备了晚餐' (I prepared dinner).
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How to say to draw up in Chinese
“to draw up” in Chinese is制定
制定 refers to the act of creating or formulating plans, policies, or regulations. It is commonly used in formal contexts such as government, business, or organizational settings where specific guidelines need to be established.
When to use 制定
Be careful not to confuse 制定 with 设定 (shè dìng), which means to set something in place rather than create it anew. It is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include 制定政策 (zhì dìng zhèng cè - formulate policies) and 制定计划 (zhì dìng jì huà - draw up plans).
制定 or something close to it
制定 (zhìdìng) vs 制定计划 (zhìdìng jìhuà) — use 制定 when referring specifically to the act of formulating regulations rather than a specific plan.
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Learners often misuse 制定 with informal contexts. For instance, saying '我制定了晚餐' (I formulated dinner) is incorrect; the correct phrase would be '我准备了晚餐' (I prepared dinner).
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Grammar patterns of 制定
制定 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 2 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.
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首先，我们要确定目标。然后，____详细的计划。最后，按照计划一步步执行。
First, we need to set goals. Then, make a detailed plan. Finally, execute the plan step by step.
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You can say '我们需要制定一个新的计划' (We need to formulate a new plan).
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