征询 (zhēng xún) — to consult; to solicit (opinions or advice)
Definition
A formal verb meaning to consult or solicit opinions, typically used by organizations, governments, or leaders seeking input. More formal than 询问 (inquire) and focuses on actively seeking views rather than just asking.
verb
to consultto solicit (opinions or advice)
Examples
- 征询。Gōng sī zhèng zài guǎng fàn zhēng xún yuán gōng de yì jiàn.The company is widely consulting employees' opinions.
- 征询。Wǒ men xū yào zhēng xún zhuān jiā de jiàn yì zài jué dìng.We need to consult experts' advice before deciding.
- ，征询。Guān yú zhè cì gǎi gé, zhèng fǔ yǐ jīng zhēng xún le gè fāng yì jiàn.Regarding this reform, the government has already solicited opinions from all sides.
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