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指挥
zhǐhuī
Description
“指挥”的意思是告诉别人应该怎么做，让大家一起行动。
"指挥" means telling others what to do so everyone acts together.
它也可以指乐队前面带大家演奏的那个人。
It can also refer to the person leading the orchestra in front.
Meanings
指挥zhǐhuī
to command; to direct (people or actions)
警察在路口指挥交通。
The police are directing traffic at the intersection.
指挥zhǐhuī
conductor of an orchestra or choir
他是这个乐队的指挥。
He is the conductor of this band.
指挥zhǐhuī
commander; person who leads
他是这次行动的指挥。
He is the commander of this operation.
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Notes
- Etymology
指 (point/direct) + 挥 (wave/wield), together meaning to direct and command.
- Nuance
works as both verb (to direct) and noun (the director/commander).
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