Chinese

zhǔchí
Meaning: to host; to preside over; to chair; to moderate
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他負責主持今天的畢業典禮。
他负责主持今天的毕业典礼。
He is in charge of hosting today's graduation ceremony.
大家推薦一位賢能的老師主持會議。
Everyone recommended a virtuous and capable teacher to chair the meeting.
鄧老師今天主持班會。
Teacher Deng led the class meeting today.
張董今天親自主持會議。
Director Zhang personally chaired the meeting today.
崔先生今天主持會議。
Mr. Cui is chairing the meeting today.

Usage Notes

Used when someone leads or manages an event, meeting, or program.

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