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Definition
To perform, fulfill, or carry out one's promise, duty, or responsibility.
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How it's used
Formal in nature, this term is primarily reserved for legal, professional, or serious moral contexts. It carries a sense of weight and obligation that makes it sound unnatural when applied to casual or trivial tasks. Use it when discussing contracts, official duties, or significant life commitments.
Examples
He finally fulfilled the promise he made back then.
When will you finally be willing to carry out your duties?
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Common phrases
to carry out one's duties
to fulfill a promise
to fulfill a contract
Common mistake
Avoid using this for everyday chores like doing the dishes or buying groceries, as it sounds overly dramatic and stiff. For casual contexts, use 做到 or 完成 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
