身为 (shēn wéi) — as; in the capacity of
Definition
Formal written phrase meaning 'as; in the capacity of', used to introduce one's role before stating a duty or expectation. Common in essays, speeches, and official writing rather than everyday speech.
verb
asin the capacity of
Examples
- 身为，。shēn wéi Lǎo shī, yào duì xué shēng fù zé.As a teacher, one must be responsible to students.
- 身为，。shēn wéi Fù mǔ, yīng gāi gěi hái zi zuò hǎo bǎng yàng.As parents, one should set a good example for children.
- 身为，。shēn wéi Lǐng dǎo, yào yǐ shēn zuò zé.As a leader, one must lead by example.
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