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从属 (cóngshǔ) - use 附属 when emphasizing a subsidiary relationship, whereas 从属 suggests a more inherent or essential belonging.
Be cautious not to confuse 附属 with related terms like 相关 (xiāngguān), which means 'related' rather than 'subsidiary.' This term is more formal and is often used in business language, so avoid it in casual conversation.
As an HSK 6 word, 附属 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to business and organizational structure, such as 主要 (zhǔyào, 'main') and 机构 (jīgòu, 'institution'). Focus on using it in sentences that describe relationships between entities.
Learners often misuse 附属 by applying it too broadly. For example, saying '这个项目是附属的' (This project is subsidiary) instead of '这个项目是附属公司的一部分' (This project is part of a subsidiary). Always specify the relationship clearly.
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How to say subsidiary in Chinese
“subsidiary” in Chinese is附属
The term 附属 (fùshǔ) refers to something that is subsidiary or auxiliary, often in a context where one entity is attached to or dependent on another. It is commonly used in business, legal, and organizational contexts to describe subordinate companies or departments that are part of a larger structure.
When to use 附属
Be cautious not to confuse 附属 with related terms like 相关 (xiāngguān), which means 'related' rather than 'subsidiary.' This term is more formal and is often used in business language, so avoid it in casual conversation.
附属 or something close to it
从属 (cóngshǔ) - use 附属 when emphasizing a subsidiary relationship, whereas 从属 suggests a more inherent or essential belonging.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 附属 by applying it too broadly. For example, saying '这个项目是附属的' (This project is subsidiary) instead of '这个项目是附属公司的一部分' (This project is part of a subsidiary). Always specify the relationship clearly.
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Grammar Patterns of 附属
附属 carries 6 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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本租约持有人有权使用此建筑物以及所____的土地。
The lease entitles the holder to use the buildings and any land attached thereto.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 附属
附属 (fùshǔ) means 'subsidiary' or 'attached,' while 相关 (xiāngguān) means 'related' or 'connected,' emphasizing a relationship without the hierarchical aspect.
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