zap1 hang4 zyu2 zik6執行主席执行主席
Jyutpingzap1 hang4 zyu2 zik6
Yalejāp hàhng jyú jihk
Definition
Executive chairman or executive president; the chairperson who handles day-to-day administrative operations.
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How it's used
Reserved for formal corporate titles, this term is almost exclusively used in business or news contexts. Unlike general job titles, it implies a high level of authority and active involvement in the daily management of a company. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing specific corporate governance or leadership changes.
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wai6位waihExamples
He is the executive chairman of the company and is responsible for many decisions.
Do you know who the new executive chairman is?
Related words
Common phrases
appoint an executive chairman
serve as executive chairman
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