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“editor-in-chief” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinzhǔ biān

Example

这期杂志的主编写了序言。zhè qī zá zhì de zhǔ biān xiě le xù yán

The editor-in-chief of this issue of the magazine wrote the preface.

Illustration for 主编 (editor-in-chief)

How to say “editor-in-chief” in Chinese

“Editor-in-chief” in Chinese is 主编 (zhǔ biān).

The captain of a publication's editorial team, shaping its content and deciding what is ready for release.

Full entry for 主编: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 主编

杂志主编审稿很严格。zá zhì zhǔ biān shén gǎo hěn yán gé

The magazine's editor-in-chief reviews manuscripts very strictly.

Tips for using 主编

  • A byline or masthead can show this role even when the person has not written the article beside the name, so authorship and editorial authority stay separate.

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