Definition
同等 (tóng děng) is a formal adjective meaning 'equal' or 'equivalent' in degree, value, ability, or rank. It is more abstract and used in formal or written contexts (e.g., 同等条件 'equal conditions'), while 一样 (yī yàng) is the everyday word for 'the same' in appearance or quality, and 平等 (píng děng) specifically refers to equality of rights or social status.
adjective
equalequivalent (in degree, value, or ability)of the same status or rank
Examples
- 同等，。Zhè liǎng zhǒng fāng'àn tóng děng zhòngyào, bù néng zhǐ kàn yì fāngmiàn.These two plans are equally important; you can't only look at one side.
- 同等，。Gōngsī duì yuángōng shíxíng tóng děng kǎohé, bù fēn jíbié.The company implements equal assessment for employees, regardless of rank.
- 同等，。Zài tóng děng tiáojiàn xià, wǒmen yōuxiān kǎolǜ běndì qǐyè.Under equal conditions, we give priority to local businesses.
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