任命

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Usage of 任命 (rènmìng)

The verb 任命 means "to appoint" or "to assign someone to a position or role." It is commonly used in formal contexts such as business, government, or organizational settings where an authority officially designates a person to a job or responsibility.

Common Collocations

Nuances

Using 任命 implies an official or formal decision, often by a person or body with authority. It is not used for casual or informal assignments. When you say someone is 任命, it carries a sense of trust and responsibility being given.

Avoid Confusion

Do not confuse 任命 with 选择 (to choose) or (to assign), which can be less formal or more general. 任命 specifically refers to formal appointment, often with official recognition.

Summary

Use 任命 when talking about formal appointments to positions, especially in professional or governmental contexts. It highlights the official nature of the decision and the trust placed in the appointed person.

Example Sentences

The company decided to appoint her as the new marketing manager.

The president appointed a new ambassador.

He was appointed as the project leader, responsible for coordinating the