Definition
委以 is a formal verb meaning 'to entrust someone with (a task, position, or responsibility)'. It is typically used in official or written contexts, such as appointing someone to a role or assigning a duty. The pattern is 委以 + noun (e.g., 委以重任 'entrust with an important task'). It is not used in casual conversation.
v.
to entrust with (a task, position, or responsibility)
Examples
- 委以，。Gōngsī wēi tā zhòngrèn, fùzé hǎiwài shìchǎng.The company entrusted him with an important task, responsible for overseas markets.
- 委以。Zhèngfǔ wēi tā yí xiàng tèshū shǐmìng.The government entrusted him with a special mission.
- 委以。Xiàozhǎng wēi tā guǎnlǐ xīn chénglì de xuéyuàn.The principal entrusted her with managing the newly established college.
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