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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
总经理zǒngjīnglǐgeneral managerHSK 6, unknown, 28 strokes, rank #14549, Hard
总经理zǒngjīnglǐCEOHSK 6, unknown, 28 strokes, rank #14549, Hard
zǒngjīnglǐ(zong3jing1li3)zong jing li T3
  1. 1general manager
  2. 2CEO
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March 24, 2026

总经理(總經理)zǒngjīnglǐ(zong3jing1li3)

总经理 (zǒng jīng lǐ) refers to the position of a general manager or CEO within a company. It denotes the individual responsible for overseeing all operations and making key decisions. This title is commonly used in corporate contexts and reflects a high level of authority and leadership.

Strokes28Frequency#14549DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese corporate culture, the role of a 总经理 is crucial, as it often involves navigating complex relationships and hierarchies. This title reflects not just authority but also the expectation of maintaining harmony and team cohesion within the organization.

Memory Tip

Think of a '总' (zǒng) as the top or overarching person in a company. The '经理' (jīng lǐ) combines '经' (jīng), meaning to manage or handle, with '理' (lǐ), which means to reason or govern. Imagine a CEO as someone who manages everything, from A to Z.

Meanings of 总经理

zǒngjīnglǐ(zong3jing1li3)
1general manager
2CEO
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总经理Simplified
總經理Traditional
28Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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副总经理 (fù zǒng jīng lǐ) is an assistant to the general manager, while 总经理 (zǒng jīng lǐ) holds the highest managerial position.

Usage Notes

When using '总经理,' it's important to note that it’s typically used in formal business contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with lower managerial positions, such as '部门经理' (bùmén jīnglǐ), which means department manager. Be cautious with the tones; mispronouncing '总' or '经理' can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While '总经理' is not explicitly included in HSK levels, understanding this term can enhance your business vocabulary, particularly for learners aiming for HSK Level 5 or higher. Students should focus on related business terms and their contexts to build a strong professional lexicon.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use '总经理' when referring to any manager, but it specifically denotes a general manager or CEO. For example, saying '我想做总经理' (Wǒ xiǎng zuò zǒng jīng lǐ) can be misleading unless you hold that position or aspire to it in a formal context.

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Component Characters

总zǒngalways
HSK 39 strokes心
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经Jīngclassics
HSK 78 strokes纟
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理lǐtexture
HSK 611 strokes王
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How to say general manager in Chinese

“general manager” in Chinese is总经理zǒngjīnglǐ

总经理 (zǒng jīng lǐ) refers to the position of a general manager or CEO within a company. It denotes the individual responsible for overseeing all operations and making key decisions. This title is commonly used in corporate contexts and reflects a high level of authority and leadership.

When to use 总经理

When using '总经理,' it's important to note that it’s typically used in formal business contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with lower managerial positions, such as '部门经理' (bùmén jīnglǐ), which means department manager. Be cautious with the tones; mispronouncing '总' or '经理' can lead to misunderstandings.

总经理 or something close to it

副总经理 (fù zǒng jīng lǐ) is an assistant to the general manager, while 总经理 (zǒng jīng lǐ) holds the highest managerial position.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use '总经理' when referring to any manager, but it specifically denotes a general manager or CEO. For example, saying '我想做总经理' (Wǒ xiǎng zuò zǒng jīng lǐ) can be misleading unless you hold that position or aspire to it in a formal context.

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