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指示
zhǐ shì
Meaning
- to instruct
- to indicate
- instructions
- directives
Definition
指示：指上级对下级或长辈对晚辈的指导、命令或说明；也指指明、显示。
Indication: guidance, command, or explanation from a superior to a subordinate, or from an elder to a younger; also means to point out or show.
Usage
“指示”常用于正式场合，表示权威性的指导或命令，也可表示客观的标记或信号。
"指示" is often used in formal contexts to indicate authoritative guidance or commands, and can also denote objective marks or signals.
Examples
- 1 领导指示我们要按时完成项目。(The leader instructed us to complete the project on time.)
- 2 GPS指示了正确的行驶路线。(The GPS indicated the correct driving route.)
- 3 按照医生的指示服药。(Take the medicine according to the doctor's instructions.)
- 4 安全出口有明确的指示标志。(There are clear indicator signs for emergency exits.)
- 5 他用手指示了方向。(He pointed the direction with his hand.)
- 6 上级下达了新的工作指示。(The higher authorities issued new work instructions.)
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