上司

shàngsi

boss

HSK 7

漢字分解

Understanding 上司

上司 means "superior" or "boss" in a workplace or organizational context. It refers to someone who has authority over you professionally.

Usage

It is used in formal and informal contexts to talk about one's manager, supervisor, or any higher-ranking person at work.

Common Collocations

Notes

上司 is a neutral term and does not imply positive or negative feelings. It is distinct from 老板, which usually means "owner" or "employer."

例文

我的上司很支持我的工作。

Wǒ de shàngsi hěn zhīchí wǒ de gōngzuò.

My boss supports my work a lot.

上司安排了今天的会议。

Shàngsi ānpái le jīntiān de huìyì.

The boss arranged today's meeting.

遇到问题时,可以向上司请教。

Yù dào wèntí shí, kěyǐ xiàng shàngsi qǐngjiào.

When encountering problems, you can ask your boss for advice.