吩咐

fēn fù

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

1. to tell
2. to instruct
3. to command

Word relationships

Related words

3 items

• 命令 mìng lìng 命令 mìng lìng order used in more authoritative, formal command contexts: order
• 交代 jiāo dài 交代 jiāo dài to transfer (duties to sb else) can be used to assign tasks or pass on instructions: to transfer (duties to sb else)
• 嘱咐 zhǔ fù 嘱咐 zhǔ fù to tell emphasizes earnest, detailed telling, often with care or warnings: to tell

Usage notes

Collocations

Often used when a superior or elder instructs a subordinate or junior; not typically used among peers.

Common mistakes

Don't use 吩咐 as a noun; use 命令 or 指示 for 'instruction' or 'command' as a thing.

Example Sentences

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老板 吩咐 员工明天加班。

The boss instructed the employees to work overtime tomorrow.

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Child Words of 吩咐

• 吩 吩 fēn: leave instructions
• 咐 咐 fù: to order