部下 (bù xià) — subordinate, underling; troops under one's command
Definition
部下 refers to the people under your command or authority — subordinates or troops. Compare with 手下 (more informal, often gang/crew members) and 下属 (standard workplace term for direct reports).
noun
subordinateunderlingtroops under one's command
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 部下，。Tā shì wǒ de bù xià, gōng zuò hěn nǔ lì.He is my subordinate and works very hard.
- 部下。Jiāng jūn mìng lìng bù xià men lì kè chū fā.The general ordered his troops to set off immediately.
- 部下，。Zuò wéi bù xià, nǐ yīng gāi zūn zhòng shàng jí de yì jiàn.As a subordinate, you should respect your superior's opinions.
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