Definition
移步 is a formal, literary verb meaning 'to take a step' or 'to move one's steps'. It is often used in polite invitations or requests, such as asking someone to step into a room or come over. As a verb-object compound (离合词), it can be split: the object 步 can be separated from 移 with a measure word or complement, as in 移了几步 ('took a few steps'). Use this word in written or very polite spoken contexts.
v.o.
to stepto move one's steps (formal/literary)
Examples
- 移步。Qǐng yí bù dào huìyìshì lái.Please step into the conference room.
- ，。Tā yí le liǎng bù, zhàn zài ménkǒu.He took two steps and stood at the door.
- 移步。Qǐng nín yí bù qián lái yī xù.Please come over for a chat.
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