Definition
具体 (jù tǐ) means 'specific, concrete' — it describes something with clear details, as opposed to being abstract or general. 特定 (tè dìng) also translates as 'specific', but emphasizes that something is designated or particular (e.g., a specific person or condition). Use 具体 when you need concrete data or details; use 特定 for a fixed or particular instance.
specificconcretedefinite
Examples
- 具体？Nǐ néng gàosu wǒ jù tǐ de shíjiān hé dìdiǎn ma?Can you tell me the specific time and place?
- 具体。Zhège wèntí xūyào jù tǐ de shùjù.This problem requires concrete data.
- 具体。Wǒmen tǎolùn le jù tǐ de ānpái.We discussed the specific arrangements.
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