定义 (dìng yì) — how to say "definition" in Chinese

定义

Definition, to define

noun · verb

Character composition

定

determine, establish

义

meaning, sense

Radicals / Keys

宀

Roof

#40 · mián · 3 strokes

丶

Dot

#3 · zhǔ · 1 stroke

Collocations

下定义

xià dìng yì

give a definition

科学定义

kē xué dìng yì

scientific definition

Examples

我们需要先定义这个问题的范围。

We need to first define the scope of this problem.

这个词的定义是什么?

What is the definition of this word?

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say "definition" in Chinese?

"definition" in Chinese is 定义 (dìng yì).

What does 定义 mean in English?

定义 (dìng yì) means "Definition, to define".

How is 定义 pronounced?

It is pronounced dìng yì (written as ding yi, dingyi). You can listen to the pronunciation on this page.

How do you write "definition" in Chinese characters?

It is written 定义.

What HSK level is 定义?

定义 belongs to the HSK 6 vocabulary list.

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