下调 (xià tiáo) — to demote (someone to a lower rank); to transfer (a task, responsibility, etc.) to a lower level
Definition
下调 is used in formal/HR contexts: demoting a person to a lower rank or passing a task/responsibility down a hierarchy. For simply lowering numbers, prices, or amounts use 降低.
verb
to demote (someone to a lower rank)to transfer (a task, responsibility, etc.) to a lower level
Examples
- 下调。Gōng sī bǎ jīng lǐ xià tiáo le.The company demoted the manager.
- 下调。Zǒng bù bǎ zhè ge xiàng mù xià tiáo gěi fēn gōng sī.Headquarters passed this project down to the branch office.
- 下调。Tā de zhí wèi bèi xià tiáo le.His position was downgraded.
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