下令 (xià lìng) — to give an order; to command
Definition
下令 is a formal verb meaning 'to issue an order' (usually from authorities like governments, military, or senior management). More formal than 吩咐, broader in scope than 指令 (which is typically technical/operational).
verb
to give an orderto command
Examples
- 下令。Gōng sī xià lìng kāi shǐ xīn xiàng mù.The company gave the order to start a new project.
- 下令。Jiāng jūn xià lìng bù duì qián jìn.The general ordered the troops to advance.
- 下令。Zhèng fǔ xià lìng quán guó jìn rù jǐn jí zhuàng tài.The government ordered a nationwide state of emergency.
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