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March 24, 2026
专人(專人)zhuānrén(zhuan1ren2)
专人 (zhuān rén) refers to a specialist or a person who is appointed to carry out a specific task or responsibility. This term is often used in professional contexts where expertise is required, such as in business or technical fields.
Frequency#23023DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese workplaces, having specialized roles is crucial for efficiency and is often reflected in job titles. The concept of 专人 underscores the importance placed on expertise and accountability in professional settings.
Memory Tip
Think of 专 (zhuān) as a 'special' character because it looks like a person (亻) who is focused (专) on their task. Imagine a dedicated specialist wearing a badge that says '专人' while performing their duties.
Meanings of 专人
zhuānrén(zhuan1ren2)
1specialist
2person appointed for specific task
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About 专人
专人Simplified
專人Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
专员 (zhuānyuán) refers to a commissioner or official with specific duties, while 专人 (zhuānrén) emphasizes a specialist appointed for a particular task.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 专 (zhuān) as a 'special' character because it looks like a person (亻) who is focused (专) on their task. Imagine a dedicated specialist wearing a badge that says '专人' while performing their duties.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include using 专人 in overly casual contexts; it is more appropriate in formal or professional settings. Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing it, as mispronouncing '专' can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
专人 is not explicitly included in the current HSK vocabulary lists, but it could be relevant for learners aiming for HSK Level 4 or above, where more specialized vocabulary appears. Focus on understanding the components of this term and how it relates to other words about professions and roles.
Cultural Note
In Chinese workplaces, having specialized roles is crucial for efficiency and is often reflected in job titles. The concept of 专人 underscores the importance placed on expertise and accountability in professional settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 专人 with 普通人 (pǔtōngrén), meaning 'ordinary person', failing to recognize the specialization aspect. Remember that 专人 specifically refers to someone with expertise.
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Cultural Notes for 专人
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In Chinese workplaces, having specialized roles is crucial for efficiency and is often reflected in job titles. The concept of 专人 underscores the importance placed on expertise and accountability in professional settings.
Frequently Asked Questions about 专人
专人 means a specialist or a designated person responsible for a specific task.
It's more commonly used in formal or professional contexts rather than casual conversation.
You can say '我们需要一个专人来处理这个项目' which means 'We need a specialist to handle this project.'
