Definition
致辞 (zhì cí) is a formal verb meaning 'to deliver a speech' at ceremonies, banquets, or official events. Unlike 讲话 (jiǎng huà), which is a general term for any speech, 致辞 is reserved for prepared remarks on formal occasions. Compared to 演说 (yǎn shuō), which suggests a persuasive or lengthy oration, 致辞 is typically shorter and ceremonial.
verb
to deliver a speech (at a formal occasion)
Easily confused
- 至此zhì cǐsound-alikeup to this point; so far; thus far
Examples
- 致辞。Tā zài dàhuì shàng zhì cí.He delivered a speech at the conference.
- 。Tā zhì le yí gè hěn cháng de cí.He gave a very long speech.
- 致辞。Qǐng dǒngshìzhǎng zhì cí.Please invite the chairman to give a speech.
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