应承 (yīng) — to agree (to do something); to promise; to consent
Definition
A formal verb meaning 'to agree / promise to do something,' used when one commits to a request, favor, or task. Often pairs with 了, as in 应承了……, and carries a stronger sense of obligation than casual 'okay.'
verb
to agree (to do something)to promiseto consent
Examples
- 应承。Tā yīng le bāng máng zhào gù hái zi.He agreed to help take care of the child.
- 应承。Lǎo bǎn dāng zhòng yīng le jiā xīn de yāo qiú.The boss publicly promised the salary raise request.
- 应承，。Jì rán nǐ yīng le zhè jiàn shì, jiù yào zuò dào.Since you consented to this matter, you must see it through.
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