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一定
yīdìng
certainly
我一定会来参加你的婚礼。
I will certainly come to your wedding.
general
Certainly, definitely, or without fail.
你一定要按时完成这项任务。
You must definitely finish this task on time.
他一定会赢得比赛。
He will certainly win the competition.
Used to emphasize certainty or inevitability.
general
A certain amount or degree.
这件事有一定的风险。
This matter has a certain degree of risk.
他有一定的影响力。
He has a certain amount of influence.
Used to indicate an unspecified but significant quantity or extent.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Emphasis on Certainty
Use '一定' to strongly emphasize that something is certain or will definitely happen.
Gold Rule
Contextual Usage
In formal contexts, '一定' can be used to express strong assurance, while in casual speech, it can also imply a certain degree or amount.
Word Origin
Combination of 一 (one, certain) and 定 (fixed, determined).
Usage Notes
Can be used as an adverb to express certainty or as a noun phrase to indicate a certain amount.
Word Breakdown
一
one, certain
root定
fixed, determined
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