Definition
告知 (gào zhī) means 'to inform or notify' and is a formal written verb used in official announcements, company memos, and professional correspondence. It is more formal than everyday 告诉 (gào su), which is used in casual conversation, and slightly more formal than 通知 (tōng zhī), which can also serve as a noun meaning 'notice'.
verb
to informto notify (formal/written)
Examples
- 告知。Qǐng wùbì gào zhī suǒyǒu cānyǔzhě.Please make sure to inform all participants.
- 告知。Gōngsī yǐ yú shàngzhōu gào zhī quántǐ yuángōng.The company already informed all employees last week.
- 告知。Shōudào tōngzhī hòu qǐng lìjí gào zhī wǒ.Please inform me immediately after receiving the notice.
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