What does 一定 mean?
In Chinese, 一定 ♬ means “definitely,” “certainly,” or “must.” It is used when the speaker feels sure about something.
| Word | Basic meaning |
|---|---|
| 一定 ♬ | definitely; certainly; must |
1. 一定 + Verb: definitely will do
Use 一定 ♬ before a verb when you are sure an action will happen.
| Pattern | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Subject + 一定 + Verb | Subject will definitely do something |
| Chinese | English |
|---|---|
| 我一定通知你。 ♬ | I will definitely notify you. |
| 她一定參加比賽。 ♬ | She will definitely join the competition. |
2. 一定 + adjective: definitely is
一定 ♬ can also come before an adjective or adjective phrase to show that the speaker is sure about a situation.
| Pattern | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Subject + 一定 + Adjective | Subject is definitely adjective |
| Chinese | English |
|---|---|
| 這件外套一定很暖。 ♬ | This jacket must be very warm. |
| 那個地方一定很安靜。 ♬ | That place must be very quiet. |
In this use, English often says “must be,” because the speaker is making a strong guess.
3. 一定會: will definitely
一定會 ♬ is common when talking about a future result that the speaker feels sure about.
| Pattern | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Subject + 一定會 + Verb | Subject will definitely do something / something will definitely happen |
| Chinese | English |
|---|---|
| 這個消息一定會傳開。 ♬ | This news will definitely spread. |
| 新的設計一定會受歡迎。 ♬ | The new design will definitely be popular. |
一定 and 一定會 are close in meaning. 一定會 makes the future result clearer.
4. 一定要: must / be sure to
一定要 ♬ means “must” or “be sure to.” It is stronger than just 要.
| Chinese | English |
|---|---|
| 你一定要帶護照。 ♬ | You must bring your passport. |
| 請一定要檢查日期。 ♬ | Please be sure to check the date. |
一定要 is useful when giving an important reminder.
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