制定

せいてい

enactment, establishment, creation

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

Usage and Nuances

The verb 制定 (zhìdìng) is commonly used in formal contexts to describe the act of officially creating or establishing rules, laws, plans, or policies. It implies a deliberate and authoritative process of formulation.

Common Collocations

These collocations are often used in government, business, and institutional contexts.

Register and Tone

制定 is formal and typically used in written or official spoken language. It is not used for casual or everyday decisions.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 制定 with 决定 (juédìng), which means "to decide." 制定 emphasizes the process of drafting or formulating something official, while 决定 focuses on making a decision or choice.

Example Sentences

The government has formulated new environmental protection regulations.

The company is drawing up the development plan for next year.

The school has established new exam rules that require students to comply.