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各位
gèwèi
Description
我们说话或写信的时候，可以用“各位”来称呼很多人。
When we speak or write letters, we can use "各位" to address many people.
这个词比较正式，常常出现在会议和通知里。
This word is quite formal and often appears in meetings and notices.
Meanings
各位gèwèi
everyone; all of you (polite address)
各位好，欢迎大家来到这里。
Hello everyone, welcome here.
各位gèwèi
ladies and gentlemen; each of you present
请各位坐好，会议马上开始。
Please take your seats, the meeting is about to start.
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Notes
- Etymology
各 (each) + 位 (polite measure word for people), literally 'each honored person'.
- Nuance
more formal than 大家; common in speeches, letters, and announcements.
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