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契约
qìyuē
Description
契约是两个人或公司之间的正式约定，通常写在纸上。
A 契约 is a formal agreement between two people or companies, usually written on paper.
我们买房子的时候，要签一份契约。
When we buy a house, we need to sign a 契约.
Meanings
契约qìyuē
a formal agreement or contract between parties
两家公司签了一份契约。
The two companies signed a contract.
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Notes
- Etymology
契 means 'to carve/agreement tally' + 约 means 'to bind/pact'.
- Nuance
契约 is slightly more formal or legalistic than the everyday word 合同.
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