No. 5,527 in Korean
명했다
"명했다" means "ordered" or "commanded."
In a sentence
선생님은 학생들에게 숙제를 하라고 명했다.
The teacher commanded the students to do their homework.
Used to show an authoritative command or order issued by a person of authority, such as a teacher.
왕은 장군에게 군대를 이끌라고 명했다.
The king ordered the general to lead the army.
Used to indicate a formal order issued by a figure of high status or power, such as a king to a general.
상사는 직원에게 다음 프로젝트 준비를 명했다.
The boss instructed the employee to prepare for the next project.
Used to depict a directive or assignment given in an organizational context, such as a boss to an employee.
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