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合同
hétong
Description
合同是两个人或者公司写下来的正式约定，上面写着大家要做什么。
A 合同 is a formal agreement written by two people or companies, stating what everyone must do.
我们买房子或者上班的时候，常常要签合同。
We often have to sign a 合同 when buying a house or starting a job.
Meanings
合同hétong
contract; formal written agreement
我明天要去公司签合同。
I will go to the company to sign the contract tomorrow.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
合 'join/together' + 同 'same/agree', i.e. a mutual agreement.
- Nuance
合同 is the legal document; 协议 is a broader 'agreement' or accord.
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