训
teach; train; criterion; explain word meaning; surname
Meanings
6 senses · 18 examplesverb
to teach; to admonish; to reprimand
Can refer to formal education or informal scolding.
The teacher often admonishes students to follow school rules.
Dad reprimanded him because he failed the exam.
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The principal gave a speech at the opening ceremony.
He was scolded by his boss for delaying the project.
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noun
admonition; instruction; teaching
formalRefers to formal teachings or warnings passed down or given by elders or authorities.
This is the family instruction left by grandpa, which we must follow for generations.
He carved the late emperor's last testament on a stone tablet.
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This employee handbook includes the company's official instructions.
verb
to train; to drill
Refers to teaching a skill or behavior through repeated practice, often for military or professional purposes.
The military is conducting field training exercises.
The company arranged on-the-job training for new employees.
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Athletes take turns training every day to maintain their performance.
Military training can锻炼 a person's willpower.
The trainer is teaching the dog to complete designated actions.
noun
standard; criterion; rule
literaryUsed in formal or literary contexts to refer to a principle or standard that can be used for reference.
His behavior is not a standard worth following at all.
This ancient proverb is still regarded as a model by people today.
verb
to explain word meanings; to annotate classics
technicalA professional term used in linguistics and classical Chinese studies.
Qing dynasty scholars specialized in the work of explaining ancient Chinese classics.
This exegetical work analyzes multiple Confucian classics.
noun
surname Xun
A rare Chinese surname.
Professor Xun is a linguistics expert at our university.