Vietnamese · Work & Business

giám đốc

Director; manager

Intermediatenoun

Definition

The person who leads a company.

Example

Giám đốc triệu tập cuộc họp.

The director called a meeting.

Etymology

The word 'giám đốc' derives from 'giám' (to oversee) and 'đốc' (to direct or manage). It reflects a historical notion of leadership in organizations, particularly in administrative contexts.

How & Where It’s Used

'Giám đốc' is used in formal settings, especially in business and corporate environments. It is commonly used in speech but also features prominently in written documents.

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