Definition
征得 is a formal verb meaning 'to obtain (permission, consent, approval) through asking or soliciting'. It is commonly used in legal, administrative, or formal contexts — you 征得 someone's 同意 (consent) or 许可 (permission) before taking an action. The object is typically a noun like 同意, 许可, 批准, or 谅解. It is not used for everyday requests like asking a friend for a favor.
v.
to obtain (consent, permission, approval) through formal request
Examples
- 征得。Shǐyòng zhè zhāng zhàopiàn bìxū zhēng dé zuòzhě de tóngyì.You must obtain the author's consent to use this photo.
- 征得。Gōngsī zhēng dé le dāngdì zhèngfǔ de xǔkě cái kāigōng.The company obtained the local government's permission before starting construction.
- 征得。Tā zhēng dé le suǒyǒu rén de liàngjiě hòu cái líkāi.He obtained everyone's understanding before leaving.
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