嘉奖 (jiā jiǎng) — (verb) to commend, to cite (for meritorious service); (noun) commendation, citation
Definition
Formal written verb/noun meaning to officially praise and recognize someone for a real achievement — stronger and more ceremonial than 表扬, which is for general good behavior or work.
verb
to commendto cite (for meritorious service)
noun
commendationcitation
Examples
- 嘉奖。Gōng sī jué dìng jiā jiǎng jǐ wèi yōu xiù yuán gōng.The company decided to commend several outstanding employees.
- 嘉奖。Tā yīn zài jiù yuán zhōng de yǒng gǎn biǎo xiàn ér shòu dào jiā jiǎng.He received a citation for his brave performance in the rescue.
- 嘉奖。Zhè cì jiā jiǎng shì duì wǒ men tuán duì nǔ lì de rèn kě.This commendation is recognition of our team's hard work.
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