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March 24, 2026
定居()dìngjū(ding4ju1)
定居 (dìngjū) means to settle down in a place, typically referring to establishing a long-term residence in a city or country. It is commonly used in contexts of immigration or relocation, indicating stability and permanence in one's living situation.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 定居 often reflects the importance of family and community ties, as many people prioritize settling in places where they have familial connections or social networks.
Memory Tip
Think of 定 (dìng) as 'deciding' and 居 (jū) as 'to reside'. Imagine a person making a firm decision to plant roots in a new place, like a tree firmly settled in the ground, where 'deciding to live' helps you remember 'settle down'.
Meanings of 定居
dìngjū(ding4ju1)
1to settle (in some city, country etc)
2to take up residence
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定居Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
安家 (ānjiā) refers to establishing a home, emphasizing the act of making a place one's home rather than the permanence of settling down.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 定 (dìng) as 'deciding' and 居 (jū) as 'to reside'. Imagine a person making a firm decision to plant roots in a new place, like a tree firmly settled in the ground, where 'deciding to live' helps you remember 'settle down'.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 定居 with temporary stays, as it implies permanence. This word is more formal and is often used in written contexts or discussions about immigration. Common collocations include '定居国外' (settle abroad) or '定居城市' (settle in a city).
HSK Study Tips
定居 is not currently part of the HSK vocabulary lists, but it connects with words related to residence and living, like 住 (zhù, to live) and 家 (jiā, home). Students should focus on using it in sentences about their own living situations to reinforce its meaning.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 定居 often reflects the importance of family and community ties, as many people prioritize settling in places where they have familial connections or social networks.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 定居 with 短期居住 (duǎnqī jūzhù, short-term residence), leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我在这里定居六个月' (I settled here for six months) should be corrected to '我在这里住了六个月' (I lived here for six months).
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Cultural Notes for 定居
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In Chinese culture, the concept of 定居 often reflects the importance of family and community ties, as many people prioritize settling in places where they have familial connections or social networks.
Frequently Asked Questions about 定居
You can say '我决定在这里定居' (I decided to settle down here).
Not necessarily; it can refer to renting or any long-term residence.
Yes, it is often used in more formal discussions about immigration or relocation.
