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监督
jiāndū
Description
监督的意思是看着别人做事，让他们做得对、不出错。
The meaning of "监督" is to watch others doing things, ensuring they do it correctly and without mistakes.
在工作或者学习里，老师和领导常常会监督我们。
In work or study, teachers and leaders often supervise us.
Meanings
监督jiāndū
to supervise; to oversee
老师监督学生做作业。
The teacher supervises the students doing their homework.
监督jiāndū
supervisor; person who oversees
他是这个工厂的监督。
He is the supervisor of this factory.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
监 (watch/inspect) + 督 (supervise/urge), two similar characters combined for emphasis.
- Nuance
监督 implies fair oversight, while 监视 (surveil) feels suspicious or hostile.
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