就教 (jiù jiāo) — to seek instruction (from someone); to consult (a senior or expert)

Definition

就教 (jiù jiāo) is a formal written verb meaning to seek guidance from a senior or expert — usually paired with 于 + person. Use it for scholarly or professional consultation, not casual questions.

verb
to seek instruction (from someone)to consult (a senior or expert)

Examples

  • 就教
    Wǒ zhuān chéng qù běi jīng jiù jiāo yú wáng jiào shòu.
    I made a special trip to Beijing to seek Professor Wang's instruction.
  • Tā wèi le zhè ge xiàng mù yǐ jīng jiù guò sān cì jiào le.
    He has already consulted three times for this project.
  • 就教
    Ruò yǒu yí wèn, kě suí shí jiù jiāo yú yǒu jīng yàn de tóng shì.
    If you have questions, you can always seek advice from experienced colleagues.

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