The Chinese word 传授 (chuánshòu) is a compound verb formed by combining two characters with closely related meanings to create a more specific and nuanced concept. The first character, 传 (chuán), means "to transmit" or "to pass on," often implying a transfer across time or people. The second character, 授 (shòu), means "to teach," "to instruct," or "to confer." When combined, they reinforce each other to form the comprehensive meaning "to impart," "to pass on (knowledge or skills)," or "to teach," specifically emphasizing the active process of transmitting systematic knowledge, techniques, or traditions from one person to another. This follows a common pattern in Chinese word formation where two synonyms or near-synonyms are paired to solidify an abstract idea.