Definition
诸位 (zhū wèi) is a very formal, respectful way to say 'everyone' when addressing a group, often used in speeches or written announcements. It is more formal than 各位 (gè wèi) and much more formal than the everyday 大家 (dà jiā). 大伙儿 (dà huǒr) is colloquial, while 众人 (zhòng rén) is literary.
pronoun
everyone (formal, polite)
Easily confused
- 助威zhù wēisound-aliketo cheer for (a team/contestant), to encourage, to boost morale
Examples
- 诸位。zhū wèi qǐng zuò.Everyone please sit down.
- 诸位?zhū wèi yǒu shénme wèntí ma?Does anyone have any questions?
- 诸位。Zàicì gǎnxiè zhū wèi de bāngzhù.Thank you all again for your help.
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