Meaning
表彰 means to publicly recognize and praise someone for their achievements, good deeds, or outstanding performance. It is a formal term typically used in official, organizational, or institutional contexts where recognition is given through ceremonies, awards, or official announcements.
Usage
This is a formal word used primarily in official settings such as workplaces, schools, government, and military contexts. It implies public recognition rather than private praise. Commonly used when organizations honor employees, students, or citizens for exceptional contributions or behavior. More formal than casual praise words like 表扬 or 赞扬.
Examples
- 01公司在年会上表彰了十名优秀员工。.The company commended ten outstanding employees at the annual meeting.
- 02他因见义勇为受到了政府的表彰。.He received commendation from the government for his courageous act.
Characters
Measure words
- 次受到一次表彰
Common collocations
- 表彰大会commendation ceremony
- 受到表彰to receive commendation
- 公开表彰to publicly commend
- 表彰先进to commend advanced workers/units
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to making something visible or evident. 表 means to display outwardly, while 彰 means to make manifest or clear. Together they emphasize the public nature of the recognition.