代表 — meaning in English
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English meaning
- delegate noun Someone chosen to represent others, especially at a meeting or conference.
- represent verb To act or speak on behalf of someone else.
- representative adjective Typical of a larger group; standing for the qualities of that group.
Senses
代表 is used for these senses in English:
- on behalf of Speaking or acting for.
- representative One who speaks for or acts on behalf of another in a particular (especially official) capacity. [from 17th c.]
delegate — full definition
- noun Someone chosen to represent others, especially at a meeting or conference.
- verb To hand off a task or responsibility to someone else, usually someone junior.
represent — full definition
- verb To act or speak on behalf of someone else.
- verb To serve as a sign, symbol, or example of something.
- verb To portray or depict something, visually or in words.