Definition
部属 is a formal noun that can refer to either a subordinate person within an official or military hierarchy, or a subordinate unit/department attached to a larger organization (such as a ministry). It is more specific and formal than the more common 下属, and is often used in government, military, or corporate contexts where the chain of command is explicit.
noun
a subordinate person (in an official or military hierarchy)a subordinate unit or department (attached to a larger organization)
Examples
- 部属。Tā shì yí wèi fēicháng zhōngchéng de bù shǔ.He is a very loyal subordinate.
- 部属。Zhège bù shǔ dānwèi fùzé suǒyǒu de hòuqín gōngzuò.This subordinate unit is responsible for all logistics work.
- 部属。Jiāngjūn duì tā de bù shǔ fēicháng yánlì.The general is very strict with his subordinates.
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