Definition
传达 (chuán dá) means to convey or pass on information, instructions, or orders, especially from a higher authority — it's formal and often used in official or workplace settings. 传递 (chuán dì) is broader, covering physical objects, diseases, or information; 转告 (zhuǎn gào) is more casual, just 'tell someone a message'. 转达 (zhuǎn dá) is similar but often used for passing on regards or greetings.
verb
to conveyto transmitto pass on (information, message, order, etc.)
Easily confused
- 转达zhuǎn dálook-aliketo pass on, to convey, to communicate (a message, regards, etc.)
Examples
- 传达。Jīnglǐ zài huì shàng chuán dá le zǒngbù de zhǐshì.The manager conveyed the headquarters' instructions at the meeting.
- 传达。Qǐng nǐ bǎ zhège tōngzhī chuán dá gěi měi wèi yuángōng.Please pass this notice on to every employee.
- 传达。Huìyì de zhǔyào mùdì shì chuán dá shàngjí de jīngshén.The main purpose of the meeting is to convey the spirit of the higher authorities.
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