Usage of 告知
The verb 告知 (gàozhī) means 'to inform' or 'to notify' and is commonly used in formal or official contexts. It often appears in written communication such as announcements, official notices, or formal instructions.
Common Contexts
- Informing about schedules or changes (e.g., meetings, work arrangements).
- Notifying risks or important information (e.g., medical, legal).
- Official announcements from organizations or authorities.
Collocations and Patterns
- 告知时间 (inform the time): used when specifying or requesting timing details.
- 告知事项 (inform matters): used to notify important points or instructions.
- 告知员工 (inform employees): common in workplace communication.
Nuances
Using 告知 implies a clear, often formal communication of information. It is more formal than 告诉 (gàosu), which is more conversational. Avoid mixing 告知 with casual speech to maintain appropriate tone.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 告知 with 知道 (zhīdào), which means 'to know.' 告知 is the act of informing others, while 知道 is about having knowledge.