Definition
点名 (diǎn míng) is a separable verb — in the 'call the roll' sense it can be split (e.g., 点了名). It also means 'to mention by name', especially when singling someone out for praise or criticism.
verb
to call the rollto take attendanceto mention someone by name (especially to praise or criticize)
Examples
- ，点名。Shàng kè shí, lǎoshī xiān diǎn míng.When class starts, the teacher first calls the roll.
- 。Lǎoshī diǎn le sān cì míng cái quèdìng shéi méi lái.The teacher called the roll three times to determine who was absent.
- 点名。Jīnglǐ zài huì shàng diǎn míng biǎoyáng le tā.The manager praised him by name at the meeting.
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