导演
dǎo yǎn
HSK 2.0 Level 5
HSK 3.0 Level 5
Verb
Definitions
- 1. to direct
- 2. director (film etc)
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Word relationships
Usage notes
Common mistakes
‘导演’ can be both a noun (director) and a verb (to direct). Do not confuse with ‘引导’ (to guide/lead) or ‘导航’ (to navigate).
Example Sentences
3 shown导演 拍板宣布电影开拍。
The director clapped the board to announce the start of filming.
他 导演 了这部电影。
He directed this movie.
她获得了最佳 导演 奖项。
She won the best director award.
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