Definition
任务 (rènwu) is a general term for a task, assignment, or mission that you are given or expected to complete. It is broader than 作业 (zuòyè), which is specifically school homework, and more concrete than 责任 (zérèn), which is an ongoing duty or responsibility. 任务 often has a clear objective and deadline.
noun
taskassignmentmissionduty
Measure word · 项, 个
Easily confused
- 人物rén wùsound-alikeperson, figure (especially important)
Examples
- 任务。Wǒ jīntiān de rèn wu shì qù chāoshì mǎi dōngxi.My task today is to go to the supermarket to buy some things.
- 任务。Lǎoshī gěi wǒmen ānpái le hěnduō rèn wu.The teacher assigned us many tasks.
- 任务。Zhè shì yí xiàng fēicháng zhòngyào de rèn wu.This is a very important task.
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