Definition
奉 is a formal verb that carries a respectful tone, often used in compound verbs like 奉献 (to dedicate), 奉命 (to receive orders), and 奉劝 (to advise respectfully). It implies an act of offering, receiving, or following with due respect, typically in official or courteous contexts. Its usage is heavily collocational — you pair it with specific nouns such as 命令 (order), 礼物 (gift), or 劝告 (advice).
v.
(formal) to offer or present respectfully (as in 奉献, 奉送)(formal) to receive respectfully (orders, instructions; as in 奉命)(formal) to revereto worship (as in 信奉, 奉行)
Examples
- 。Tā xiàng túshūguǎn fèng xiàn le zìjǐ de cángshū.He donated his personal collection to the library.
- 。Wǒmen fèng mìng qiánwǎng zāiqū zhīyuán.We received orders to go and support the disaster area.
- 。Wǒ fèng quàn nǐ sānsī ér xíng.I advise you to think twice before acting.
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