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吩咐
fēnfù
Description
"吩咐"的意思是让别人做某件事，一般是长辈、上司或者主人对晚辈、下属说的。
"吩咐" means to tell someone to do something, usually said by elders, superiors, or hosts to juniors or subordinates.
这个词比较客气，也常用在为别人服务的时候。
This word is quite polite and often used when serving others.
Meanings
吩咐fēnfù
to instruct, tell (someone to do something); to order
妈妈吩咐我早点回家。
Mom told me to come home early.
吩咐fēnfù
an instruction, order, bidding
您有什么吩咐，请告诉我。
Please tell me if you have any instructions.
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Notes
- Nuance
吩咐 implies a superior speaking to an inferior, often politely; 命令 is stronger and more formal.
- Etymology
both 吩 and 咐 carry the 口 (mouth) radical, relating to speaking.
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