Usage and Nuance
The verb 叮嘱 (dīngzhǔ) means to repeatedly warn or remind someone about something important, often with a tone of care or concern. It is commonly used when giving instructions or advice that the speaker wants the listener to remember carefully.
Common Contexts
叮嘱 is frequently used in family settings (parents to children), workplace (leaders to employees), or educational contexts (teachers to students). It implies persistence and seriousness in the reminder.
Collocations and Patterns
- 叮嘱 + 人 + 做某事: to repeatedly warn or remind someone to do something.
- 叮嘱 + 注意 + 事项: to repeatedly remind to pay attention to certain matters.
Register and Tone
This word is polite and formal enough for spoken and written Chinese, often conveying care and responsibility. It is not casual or slang.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 叮嘱 with 嘱咐 (zhǔfù), which also means to instruct or advise but is less emphatic about repetition and urgency.