Definition
率 (shuài) is a formal, written verb meaning 'to lead, to command' — it's used for leading a group, army, or delegation, often with a sense of authority. It's more formal than 带领 (dài lǐng) and 领导 (lǐng dǎo), and is typically used in official or military contexts. 率领 (shuài lǐng) is a common two-character synonym with the same formal tone.
verb
to leadto command
Easily confused
- 摔shuāilook-aliketo fall (from a height or while walking)
- 帅shuàisound-alikehandsome, good-looking (of a man's appearance)
- 弦xiánlook-alike(noun) string (of a musical instrument or a bow)
- 甩shuǎisound-aliketo fling, swing, or throw with a whipping motion
Examples
- 率。Tā shuài bīng dǎzhàng.He led soldiers to fight.
- 率。Gōngsī ràng tā shuài duì cānjiā bǐsài.The company had him lead a team in the competition.
- 率。Zhè cì yóu tā shuài tuán fǎngwèn Zhōngguó.This time he led a delegation to visit China this time.
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