表彰 biǎozhāng to honor
to honor; to commend; to cite (in dispatches)
How to remember 表彰: 表 indicator + 彰 clear = to honor.
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How it is used
- To publicly commend / honor for good deeds - 表彰先进 (biǎozhāng xiānjìn) commend outstanding performers; 表彰大会 (biǎozhāng dàhuì) an award/commendation meeting.
- Formal, official register; a public, ceremonial recognition, stronger than 表扬 (biǎoyáng, everyday praise).
- Object is usually a person/group and their meritorious conduct.