English–Chinese

“define” in Chinese

Chinese

Also界定 (jiè dìng)

Pronunciation

Pinyindìng yì

Example

我们应该定义问题的范围。wǒ men yīng gāi dìng yì wèn tí de fàn wéi

We should define the scope of the problem.

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How to say “define” in Chinese

“Define” in Chinese is 定义 (dìng yì).

Turn a vague idea into a clearly bounded meaning that can be shared and discussed.

Full entry for 定义: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 定义

评估时要先定义评分标准。píng gū shí yào xiān dìng yì píng fēn biāo zhǔn

When evaluating, first define the scoring criteria.

Tips for using 定义

  • English speakers often connect this word with formal dictionary writing, but it also appears in ordinary discussions when people need to agree on the scope of an idea or problem.

Other Chinese words for “define”

请把个人时间和工作时间界定清楚。qǐng bǎ gè rén shí jiān hé gōng zuò shí jiān jiè dìng qīng chǔ

Please clearly define personal time and work time.

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