斟酌 zhēnzhuó to consider
to consider; to deliberate; to fill up a cup to the brim
How to remember 斟酌: 斟 to deliberate + 酌 to pour wine = to consider.
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- To weigh carefully / deliberate over wording or a decision - 反复斟酌 (fǎnfù zhēnzhuó) mull over repeatedly, 斟酌用词 (zhēnzhuó yòngcí) choose one's words with care.
- Formal; implies careful, measured consideration of nuances. Often about phrasing, amounts, or delicate choices.