Chinese

wèi
Meaning: polite measure word for people
Part of Speech: Counter

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Handwriting

位

Example sentences

This is Mr. Wang.
王先生是一位老師。
王先生是一位老师。
Mr. Wang is a teacher.
這位選手非常強。
这位选手非常强。
This athlete is very strong.
那位記者正在採訪新聞。
那位记者正在采访新闻。
That reporter is currently reporting the news.
他是一位非常勇敢的軍人。
他是一位非常勇敢的军人。
He is a very brave soldier.
大家都很歡迎這位新同事。
大家都很欢迎这位新同事。
Everyone welcomed the new colleague.
他是一位著名的建築師,設計過許多地標。
他是一位著名的建筑师,设计过许多地标。
He is a famous architect who has designed many landmarks.
這位校長很受學生尊敬。
这位校长很受学生尊敬。
This principal is very respected by the students.
那位店員的態度非常親切。
那位店员的态度非常亲切。
The shop assistant's attitude was very kind.
這位經理非常有責任感。
这位经理非常有责任感。
This manager is very responsible.

Usage Notes

Used when referring to people with respect.

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