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处分

chǔ fèn
HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

  1. 1. to discipline sb
  2. 2. to punish
  3. 3. disciplinary action
  4. 4. to deal with (a matter)

Word relationships

Antonyms

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奖励
jiǎng lì

to reward

对立结果

Related words

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处理
chǔ lǐ

to handle; to deal with

解决问题

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Not for minor everyday scolding; use 批评 (pīpíng) for verbal criticism.

Formality

Used in formal or official contexts, such as workplace discipline or legal actions.

Example Sentences

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公司 处分 了迟到的员工。
The company disciplined the late employee.

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Child Words of 处分

分
fēn

to divide; to separate

分
fèn

part

处
chǔ

to reside

处
chù

place