Definition
上缴 is a formal verb used in official, military, or institutional contexts to mean "turn over (money, goods, documents) to a higher authority." It often appears in government, tax, or workplace settings, and implies a one-way obligation rather than a voluntary gift. For example, companies 上缴 taxes, soldiers 上缴 equipment, or departments 上缴 reports.
v.
to turn over (funds, documents, goods) to a higher authority
Examples
- 上缴。Suǒyǒu fákuǎn bìxū shǎng guókù.All fines must be turned over to the state treasury.
- 上缴。Bùduì zài yǎnxí jiéshù hòu shǎng le duōyú dànyào.The unit turned over surplus ammunition after the exercise.
- 上缴。Gōngsī měinián àn guīdìng shǎng lìrùn de bǎi fēn zhī èrshí.The company turns over 20% of its profits each year as stipulated.
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