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wèi
位
🙇Essential
Meaning
Polite/formal classifier for people, used to show respect to guests, teachers, elders.
💡 Memory Tip
位 shows respect. Use it for teachers, guests, and professionals — never for yourself.
Examples
两位老师
liǎng wèi lǎo shī
two teachers
一位客人
yī wèi kè rén
one guest
Common Nouns Used With
老师lǎo shīteacher
客人kè rénguest
朋友péng yǒufriend
先生xiān shēngMr. / gentleman
女士nǚ shìlady / Ms.
专家zhuān jiāexpert
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