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稍等
shāoděng
Description
“稍等”是很客气的说法，意思是请对方等一会儿。
"稍等" is a polite way to say please wait a moment.
我们常常在打电话或者服务的时候用这个词。
We often use this word when making phone calls or providing service.
Meanings
稍等shāoděng
please wait a moment; wait a bit
请稍等，我马上就来。
Please wait a moment, I'll be right there.
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Notes
- Etymology
稍 (slightly) + 等 (to wait), literally "wait slightly."
- Nuance
More polite and formal than 等一下; common in service and phone contexts.
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