mission · long-term task to which one devotes oneself · a calling

shǐ mìng

sh+ǐ·3rd tonem+ìng·4th tone

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Today's mission: milk tea with mochi.

今天的使命：奶茶跟麻糬。

The "family manager" is a profession, occupation, vocation.

“一家之主”是一份专业工作、事业和使命。

He accomplished his mission.

他完成了他的使命。

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