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March 24, 2026
授予shòuyǔ(shou4yu3)
授予 means to officially give or bestow something, such as a title, award, or privilege. It is commonly used in formal contexts, especially in ceremonies or official announcements where recognition is granted.
Frequency#8606DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
授予 is often seen during graduation ceremonies in China, where degrees and honors are conferred to students, reflecting the high value placed on education and achievement in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a teacher (授) holding out a golden award (予) to a deserving student. The character '授' looks like a hand giving, while '予' resembles an open book, representing knowledge being conferred.
Meanings of 授予
shòuyǔ(shou4yu3)
1to award
2to confer
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About 授予
授予Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#8606Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
授予 (shòuyǔ) vs 给予 (jǐyǔ): use 授予 when emphasizing an official or formal bestowal, while 给予 is more general and can refer to giving in any context.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a teacher (授) holding out a golden award (予) to a deserving student. The character '授' looks like a hand giving, while '予' resembles an open book, representing knowledge being conferred.
Usage Notes
This term is typically used in formal contexts and may not be appropriate in casual conversation. Common collocations include '授予奖项' (to award a prize) or '授予荣誉' (to confer honors). Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing either character can alter the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 授予 connects well with other formal vocabulary related to awards and recognition. Focus on understanding its use in formal speeches or written notices, and practice using it in sentences to enhance your formal vocabulary.
Cultural Note
授予 is often seen during graduation ceremonies in China, where degrees and honors are conferred to students, reflecting the high value placed on education and achievement in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 授予 with just '给' (to give), using it in informal contexts incorrectly. For example, saying '我授予你这个' (I award you this) in a casual setting would be inappropriate; instead, say '我给你这个' (I give you this).
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Grammar Patterns of 授予
授予 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Some protection for victims must be written into the enabling legislation.
4
四家餐馆获授予 三星级 餐馆的最高荣誉称号.
sì jiā cān guǎn huò shòu yú sān xīng jí cān guǎn de zuì gāo róng yù.
Four restaurants have been awarded the highest accolade of a three - star rating .
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他被授予了多枚军功章。
tā bèi shòu yú le duō méi jūn gōng zhāng。
He was awarded several military decorations.
Cultural Notes for 授予
🏮Cultural insight
授予 is often seen during graduation ceremonies in China, where degrees and honors are conferred to students, reflecting the high value placed on education and achievement in Chinese culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 授予
It is best used in formal settings such as award ceremonies, academic contexts, or official documents.
It's generally too formal for casual conversations; use simpler terms like '给' (to give) instead.
Yes, you can also use 授与 as a synonym, but it is more commonly seen in written language.
