交纳

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Usage and Meaning

"交纳" is a formal verb used primarily to describe the act of paying or submitting fees, taxes, rents, or other mandatory payments. It often appears in official or administrative contexts, such as paying rent, tuition, taxes, or insurance fees.

Common Collocations

  • 交纳房租 (pay rent): used in housing or rental agreements.
  • 交纳学费 (pay tuition): common in educational settings.
  • 交纳 (pay taxes): used in financial or governmental contexts.

Usage Notes

"交纳" emphasizes the formal and obligatory nature of the payment, often implying a legal or contractual requirement. It is more formal than simply "" (to pay) and is less commonly used in casual conversation.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse "交纳" with "缴纳" (jiǎonà), which is a near synonym but more frequently used in Mainland China for tax or fee payments. "交纳" may appear more in written or formal registers. Both verbs share similar meanings but differ slightly in usage frequency and formality.

Example Sentences

We have to pay the rent on time every month.

Students must pay the tuition fees within the stipulated time.

The company requires employees to pay social insurance fees.