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召
zhào
Description
“召”这个字的意思是叫别人来，特别是上面的人叫下面的人来。
The character "召" means to call others, especially when someone in a higher position calls those below.
我们常常在“召开”、“号召”这样的词里看到它。
We often see it in words like "召开" and "号召".
Meanings
召zhào
to summon; to call together
老板召大家来开会。
The boss called everyone to a meeting.
召开zhàokāi
to convene (a meeting)
公司下午召开一个大会。
The company is holding a big meeting this afternoon.
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Notes
- Etymology
召 combines 刀 (sound) over 口 (mouth), suggesting calling with the voice.
- Nuance
召 often implies someone in authority calling subordinates; more formal than 叫.
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