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锁定 (suǒ dìng): to lock (a door); to close with a latch; to lock into place; a lock; a latch; to lock a computer file (to prevent it being overwritten); to lock (denying access to a computer system or device or files, e.g. by password-protection); to focus attention on; to target

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 7verb

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
to lock (a door); to close with a latch; to lock into place; a lock; a latch; to lock a computer file (to prevent it being overwritten); to lock (denying access to a computer system or device or files, e.g. by password-protection); to focus attention on; to target
Characters
2
Part of speech
verb
HSK level
HSK 7

Full definitions

Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • to lock (a door)
  • to close with a latch
  • to lock into place
  • a lock
  • a latch
  • to lock a computer file (to prevent it being overwritten)
  • to lock (denying access to a computer system or device or files

Chinese explanation

  • 用锁把门窗、箱子等关住,使别人打不开
  • 把目标、位置或对象固定下来,不让它改变或移动
  • 在电视、电脑等设备上,让画面、频道或参数保持固定不变。

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Character breakdown

HSK 5

to lock

HSK 4

to fix

Example sentences

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Before leaving, she carefully checked the windows, then locked the front door, and only then felt at ease to go to work.

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The hotel room door locks automatically, so you must carry your key card with you at all times.

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For safety's sake, please make sure all doors and windows are locked before going to bed.

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He heard a strange noise outside the door, quickly locked the door, and called security.

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