履行
To carry out a promise, duty, or contract. It is a formal way of saying 'to do' what you are required to do.
Examples
3 of 5他承诺会履行诺言。
He promised to keep his word.
双方必须严格履行合同条款。
Both parties must strictly fulfill the contract terms.
既然答应了，就得履行到底。
Since you agreed, you must fulfill it to the end.
Word Family
Memory Tip
履 (lǚ) originally means 'shoes/to walk'. Think of 'walking the talk'.
Quick Quiz
作为团队的一员，你必须___自己的职责。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 履行
Examples
他承诺会履行诺言。
everydayHe promised to keep his word.
双方必须严格履行合同条款。
formalBoth parties must strictly fulfill the contract terms.
既然答应了，就得履行到底。
informalSince you agreed, you must fulfill it to the end.
国家有责任履行国际条约规定的义务。
academicThe state has a responsibility to fulfill the obligations stipulated by international treaties.
他因未能履行职务而被解雇。
businessHe was fired for failing to perform his duties.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
履行公职
exercise public office
强制履行
specific performance (legal)
未能履行
failure to perform
Often Confused With
执行 (execute) focus on the process of carrying out a plan; 履行 (fulfill) focuses on meeting a commitment or duty.
Usage Notes
Very common in IELTS Reading passages about laws, contracts, or environmental agreements.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using it for casual tasks like 'doing homework'. Use it for duties or promises.
Memory Tip
履 (lǚ) originally means 'shoes/to walk'. Think of 'walking the talk'.
Word Origin
履 (shoes/walk) + 行 (act/do).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
作为团队的一员，你必须___自己的职责。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 履行
Related Vocabulary
More legal words
规章
B1Rules and regulations established by an organization or government to control behavior or procedures.
颁布
B1To officially announce or issue a law, decree, or regulation to the public.
效力
B2The effectiveness, validity, or legal force of something (like a law, medicine, or contract).
申诉
B2To appeal a decision or make a formal statement of grievance to a higher authority, often in a legal or administrative context.
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