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接待
jiēdài
Description
接待的意思是欢迎和照顾客人。
The meaning of 接待 is to welcome and take care of guests.
公司常常派人去接待重要的客人。
The company often sends people to 接待 important guests.
Meanings
接待jiēdài
to receive and entertain guests
她很热情地接待了我们。
She greeted us warmly.
接待jiēdài
reception (of visitors or customers)
请到前台办理接待手续。
Please go to the front desk to complete the reception procedures.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
接 (to receive) + 待 (to treat/wait on), together meaning to receive and host.
- Nuance
接待 is more formal; 招待 emphasizes hospitality like offering food and drink.
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