Definition
诚挚 (chéng zhì) means 'sincere, cordial' and is a formal, written word used to express heartfelt feelings in a polite way, such as in '诚挚的邀请' (cordial invitation). It overlaps with 真诚 (zhēn chéng, genuine) but is more formal and often used in fixed expressions; 诚恳 (chéng kěn) emphasizes an earnest attitude in speech or manner.
adjective
sincerecordial
Examples
- 诚挚。Tā duì wǒ de jiànyì biǎoshì le chéng zhì de gǎnxiè.He expressed his sincere thanks for my suggestion.
- 诚挚。Wǒmen zhī jiān de yǒuyì shì chéng zhì ér chángjiǔ de.The friendship between us is sincere and lasting.
- 诚挚。Wǒ chéng zhì de yāoqǐng nín cānjiā wǒmen de hūnlǐ.I cordially invite you to attend our wedding.
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