This is the 4125th most frequent Chinese word.
口头
Oral; verbal.
In this sentence, '口头' is used to describe something being expressed verbally rather than in written or formal form.
这只是一个口头承诺,不算正式的协议。
This is just a verbal promise, not a formal agreement.
Here, '口头' is used to emphasize the verbal nature of communication or expression.
他喜欢用口头方式来表达自己的想法。
He likes to use verbal methods to express his thoughts.
In this case, '口头' represents that the notice was communicated verbally instead of being provided in writing.