ziu6 gin3召見召见
Jyutpingziu6 gin3
Yalejiuh gin
Definition
To summon a subordinate, ambassador, or envoy for a meeting.
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of hierarchy and authority, typically implying that a superior is calling a subordinate to their office for a formal discussion or reprimand. It is rarely used in casual social settings between friends or peers. Using it in a lighthearted context can sound overly dramatic or sarcastic.
Examples
The boss summoned several managers today.
Do you know why the manager wants to call you in?
Related words
Common phrases
urgent summons
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general term for meeting someone, but it specifically implies a power imbalance where the person calling the meeting holds higher status.
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Grammar guides
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- Possession (嘅)How to say my, your, and his, and how to link a describing word to a noun, all with the little word 嘅 (ge3).
