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首席执行官 (shǒuxí zhíxíngguān) - use 总裁 (zǒngcái) when referring to the highest-ranking executive in a company in a more formal context, while 首席执行官 (shǒuxí zhíxíngguān) is often used interchangeably but may imply a more operational focus.
When using 总裁, it is important to maintain a formal register, as it pertains to high-level corporate positions. Common collocations include '公司总裁' (gōngsī zǒngcái) for 'company president.' A common mistake is to confuse it with '经理' (jīnglǐ), which means 'manager' and denotes a lower level of authority.
As an HSK 5 word, 总裁 connects well with other business-related vocabulary from this level, such as '企业' (qǐyè - enterprise) and '管理' (guǎnlǐ - management). Focus on how it fits into discussions about company structure and leadership roles to enhance your understanding.
Learners often confuse 总裁 with similar terms like 'CEO' or 'manager.' For example, saying '我想成为一个总裁' (I want to become a manager) is incorrect; it should specify the high-level executive role, such as '我想成为一个总裁' (I want to become a chairman).
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How to say chairman in Chinese
“chairman” in Chinese is总裁
总裁 (zǒngcái) refers to the highest-ranking executive in a company, often translated as 'chairman' or 'director-general.' This term is commonly used in business contexts to denote the person responsible for overall management and strategic decision-making within an organization. It carries a formal tone, typically associated with corporate environments.
When to use 总裁
When using 总裁, it is important to maintain a formal register, as it pertains to high-level corporate positions. Common collocations include '公司总裁' (gōngsī zǒngcái) for 'company president.' A common mistake is to confuse it with '经理' (jīnglǐ), which means 'manager' and denotes a lower level of authority.
总裁 or something close to it
首席执行官 (shǒuxí zhíxíngguān) - use 总裁 (zǒngcái) when referring to the highest-ranking executive in a company in a more formal context, while 首席执行官 (shǒuxí zhíxíngguān) is often used interchangeably but may imply a more operational focus.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 总裁 with similar terms like 'CEO' or 'manager.' For example, saying '我想成为一个总裁' (I want to become a manager) is incorrect; it should specify the high-level executive role, such as '我想成为一个总裁' (I want to become a chairman).
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Grammar Patterns of 总裁
总裁 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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坎贝尔公司的____退休后，麦戈文被选定为继任者。
When the chairman of Campbell's retired, McGovern was named as his successor.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 总裁
总裁 typically refers to the chief executive or president of a company, while 董事长 (dǒngshìzhǎng) is the chairman of the board, usually involved in governance rather than daily operations.
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