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March 24, 2026
制定zhìdìng(zhi4ding4)
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.
Strokes16Frequency#5470DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese governance, 制定 policies is crucial for maintaining social order and economic stability, reflecting the importance placed on structure and regulation in society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'zhi' (制) board where a team is 'ding' (定) down the rules. The character '制' looks like a tool, suggesting the idea of crafting or creating, while '定' indicates fixing or setting something in place, helping you remember that it means to formulate or draw up.
Meanings of 制定
zhìdìng(zhi4ding4)
1to draw up
2to formulate
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About 制定
制定Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#5470Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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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.
Usage Notes
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).
HSK Study Tips
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.
Common Mistakes
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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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.
What learners get wrong
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.
