Definition
晋升 (jìn shēng) is the formal verb for 'to promote' in a workplace or official hierarchy, emphasizing a rise in position or rank. It is more specific than 升 (shēng, broader 'rise/increase') and more focused on official promotion than 晋级 (jìn jí, advancing to a higher level/grade) or 提拔 (tí bá, selecting someone for promotion).
verb
to promote (to a higher position)to get promoted
Examples
- 晋升。Tā jīnnián jìn shēng wéi bùmén jīnglǐ.He was promoted to department manager this year.
- ，晋升。Jīngguò nǔlì, tā zhōngyú jìn shēng le.After hard work, he finally got promoted.
- 晋升。Gōngsī jìn shēng le yì pī yōuxiù yuángōng.The company promoted a group of outstanding employees.
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