Definition
秉承 is a formal verb meaning to receive and carry out orders or to carry on a tradition with a sense of respect and duty. It differs from 继承 (jì chéng), which more commonly refers to inheriting property or traits, and from 听从 (tīng cóng), which means to comply with advice or instructions. 秉承 implies a proactive upholding of a legacy or command from a superior.
verb
to receive and carry out (orders, instructions)to carry on (a tradition, legacy)
Examples
- 秉承。Wǒmen yīngdāng bǐng chéng xiānbèi de guāngróng chuántǒng.We should carry on the glorious traditions of our forefathers.
- 秉承。Tā yángé bǐng chéng shàngjí de mìnglìng.He strictly carried out his superior’s orders.
- 秉承。Zhège xiàngmù bǐng chéng le gōngsī de héxīn jīngshén.This project embodies the core spirit of the company.
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