HSK 5
由
由 to indicate the person responsible for a role or task
Explanation
'由' is used to indicate who is responsible for or takes on a specific task or role in a situation. The common structure is '由 + person/group of people + verb', emphasizing designation or assignment. For example, '由你来回答' means 'you will be the one to answer', and '由班长负责' means 'the class monitor will be responsible'. This is a formal and clear expression, often used in written documents or polite communication.
Examples
Learn “由” effectively
The grammar point “由” (由 to indicate the person responsible for a role or task) is one of the key structures at HSK 5. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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