Definition
A fixed verb phrase meaning 'to take this opportunity' or 'to avail oneself of this occasion'. It is commonly used at the beginning of a sentence or clause to introduce an action or statement made possible by a favorable moment, such as expressing thanks, making an announcement, or proposing an idea. It carries a formal tone and is typical in speeches, written communication, and polite discourse.
v
to take this opportunityto make use of this occasion
Examples
- 借此机会。Wǒ jiè cǐ jī huì xiàng dàjiā biǎoshì gǎnxiè.I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to everyone.
- 借此机会，。jiè cǐ jī huì, wǒ xiǎng jièshào yíxià wǒmen de jìhuà.Taking this opportunity, I'd like to introduce our plan.
- 借此机会。Tā jiè cǐ jī huì tíchū le xīn de jiànyì.She took this opportunity to put forward a new suggestion.
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