Chinese

xiàlìng
Meaning: to issue an order; to command
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

將軍下令全體官兵立即出發。
将军下令全体官兵立即出发。
The general ordered all officers and soldiers to set out immediately.
將軍下令攻城。
The general ordered an attack on the city.
司令下令部隊立刻出發。
The commander ordered the troops to depart immediately.
指揮官下令部隊立即撤退。
The commander ordered the troops to retreat immediately.
指揮官下令部隊撤退。
The commander ordered the troops to retreat.

Usage Notes

Used when an authority figure gives a command.

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