Definition
主婚人 refers to a prominent figure at a Chinese wedding, but its exact role depends on the style of ceremony. In traditional weddings, it is the parents or guardians of the bride and groom (often the father) who officiate the family rituals. In modern civil ceremonies, it can also mean the master of ceremonies who presides over the vows and ring exchange — similar to a 'wedding officiant'. Knowing this distinction helps you understand which person is being referred to when attending or talking about a Chinese wedding.
noun
the parents or guardians of the bride and groomwho officiate at a traditional Chinese wedding ceremonya wedding officiant or master of ceremonies in a modern civil wedding
Examples
- 主婚人，。Shuāngfāng de zhǔ hūn rén zài hūnlǐ shàng fēnbié zhìcí, zhùfú xīnrén.The wedding officiants from both sides gave separate speeches at the wedding, blessing the newlyweds.
- ，主婚人。Chuántǒng hūnlǐ zhōng, zhǔ hūn rén tōngcháng shì xīnláng de fùqin.In traditional weddings, the master of ceremonies is usually the groom's father.
- 主婚人。Qǐng zhènghūnrén hé zhǔ hūn rén shàng tái wèi xīnrén bānfā jiéhūn zhèngshū.Please invite the witness and the wedding officiant onto the stage to present the marriage certificate to the couple.
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