名义
How to Say
👀 0
How to Write
Meaning: nominal
How to Understand
名义
名义 refers to something that is formally or officially stated, but may not reflect the actual situation. It often implies a surface-level or symbolic meaning rather than an actual or real one.
The character 名 (míng) means 'name' or 'reputation,' while 义 (yì) means 'righteousness,' 'principle,' or 'meaning.' Together, 名义 suggests the official or formal meaning of something, based on its name or title.
In daily use, 名义 can appear in phrases like 名义上 (míngyì shàng), meaning 'in name only' or 'formally.' It is commonly used in legal, political, or bureaucratic contexts to describe something that is recognized on paper but not necessarily in practice.
Example Sentences
他只是名义上的经理，实际工作由副经理负责。
He is just the nominal manager, with actual responsibilities handled by the deputy manager.
这个奖项是名义上的荣誉，没有实际奖金。
This award is a nominal honor, with no actual prize money.