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March 24, 2026
断定(斷定)duàndìng(duan4ding4)
断定 (duàn dìng) means to conclude or to determine something based on evidence or reasoning. It is commonly used in contexts such as making judgments in discussions, legal situations, or academic conclusions. The word conveys a sense of decisiveness and finality in reaching a conclusion.
Strokes19Frequency#11435DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, making a 断定 is often tied to the values of respect and authority, especially in legal or academic discussions where one's judgment can significantly affect others. This reflects the importance of careful consideration before arriving at conclusions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a judge (judgment) firmly slamming a gavel (断) to indicate a final decision (定). The gavel represents the act of making a determination, helping you link the action of concluding with the sound of 'duan' and 'ding.'
Meanings of 断定
duàndìng(duan4ding4)
1to conclude
2to determine
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About 断定
断定Simplified
斷定Traditional
19Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#11435Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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确定 (què dìng) - use 断定 when emphasizing a decisive conclusion based on reasoning, while 确定 focuses more on establishing certainty or confirmation.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 断定 with similar terms like 确定 (què dìng), which means to confirm or ascertain. 断定 is more definitive and often involves a judgment call. It's typically used in formal contexts, so use it with caution in casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 断定 connects well with other academic and formal vocabulary in this level, such as 结论 (jié lùn, conclusion) and 判断 (pàn duàn, judgment). Focus on using it in writing and speaking tasks that require analytical skills.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 断定 with similar verbs and misuse it in contexts where a softer term like 判断 (to judge) would be more appropriate. For example, saying '他断定了这个结果' (He concluded this result) can sound overly strong; instead, use '他判断了这个结果' (He judged this result).
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断定 (duàn dìng) means to conclude or to determine something based on evidence or reasoning. It is commonly used in contexts such as making judgments in discussions, legal situations, or academic conclusions. The word conveys a sense of decisiveness and finality in reaching a conclusion.
When to use 断定
Be careful not to confuse 断定 with similar terms like 确定 (què dìng), which means to confirm or ascertain. 断定 is more definitive and often involves a judgment call. It's typically used in formal contexts, so use it with caution in casual conversation.
断定 or something close to it
确定 (què dìng) - use 断定 when emphasizing a decisive conclusion based on reasoning, while 确定 focuses more on establishing certainty or confirmation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 断定 with similar verbs and misuse it in contexts where a softer term like 判断 (to judge) would be more appropriate. For example, saying '他断定了这个结果' (He concluded this result) can sound overly strong; instead, use '他判断了这个结果' (He judged this result).
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Grammar Patterns of 断定
断定 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 3 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
他____富兰克林一定是得了重感冒。
He decided Franklin must be suffering from a bad cold.
Example Sentences for 断定 (9)
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他断定富兰克林一定是得了重感冒。
tā duàn dìng fù lán kè lín yī dìng shì dé le zhòng gǎn mào。
He decided Franklin must be suffering from a bad cold.
