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一言九鼎
Idiomyìyánjiǔdǐng
Description
这个成语的意思是一个人说的话很有分量，非常可靠。
This idiom means that a person's words carry great weight and are very reliable.
我们用它来称赞一个说话算数、很有信用的人。
We use it to praise someone who keeps their word and is very trustworthy.
Meanings
一言九鼎yìyánjiǔdǐng
one's word carries great weight; very trustworthy
他一言九鼎，说到就一定做到。
His words carry great weight; once he says it, he will definitely do it.
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Notes
- Etymology
literally 'one word, nine tripods (dǐng)'; the dǐng was a heavy ancient bronze vessel symbolizing weight and authority.
- Nuance
praises a person's reliability and authority, not just honesty; often said of respected figures.
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