下属 (xià shǔ) — subordinate, underling
Definition
下属 refers specifically to people working under you in an organization — contrast with 上级 ('higher-ups') and 下级, which is broader and can also refer to lower-level units, not just individuals.
noun
subordinateunderling
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 下属，。Tā de xià shǔ gōng zuò fēi cháng nǔ lì, jīng cháng jiā bān dào hěn wǎn.His subordinate works very hard and often works late.
- 下属。Jīng lǐ yāo qiú měi wèi xià shǔ àn shí wán chéng rèn wu.The manager requires each subordinate to complete tasks on time.
- 下属。Zhè xiē xià shǔ duì gōng sī de gòng xiàn hěn dà.These subordinates have made great contributions to the company.
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