签署

签署 means 'to sign' in English, typically referring to the act of putting one's name on a document to indicate agreement or acceptance.

The character 签 (qiān) originally meant 'to mark' or 'to write,' and 署 (shǔ) meant 'to affix a seal' or 'to sign.' Together, they form a term that emphasizes both the written signature and the formal nature of the action.

签署 is commonly used in legal, business, and official contexts. It is often associated with contracts, agreements, and official documents. In modern usage, it can also refer to signing up for something, such as a service or membership.