奠定

diàn dìng

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Rare

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Definitions

1. to establish
2. to fix
3. to settle

Word relationships

Related words

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to lay (a foundation)

to lay down a foundation

to lay a foundation

to lay a foundation

Synonyms

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to establish

to establish a foundation or principle

Usage notes

Collocations

奠定 usually pairs with abstract nouns like 基础 (foundation), 地位 (status), or 格局 (pattern). It is not used for physical foundations like building construction.

Example Sentences

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这项发现奠定了现代物理学的基础。

This discovery laid the foundation for modern physics.

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Child Words of 奠定

to set

to fix