How to Say ‘Agree’ in Traditional Chinese
答應
💬 Usage Tip: 答應 [dā yìng] implies committing to something, pivotal in affirmation.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Agreeing is often ceremonially followed by a nod or a smile in Taiwanese interactions.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
答應
[dá yīng]
to promise
To convey assurance or do something expected.
他答應找不到遙控器也不看電視。
He promised not to watch TV if he couldn't find the remote control.
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