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夫人

fū ren

HSK 6

Meaning

  • Mrs.
  • lady

Definition

对已婚女性的尊称,通常指地位较高或受人尊敬的女性。

A respectful term for a married woman, usually referring to a woman of high status or respect.

Usage

夫人常用于正式场合或对他人妻子的尊称,也可用于称呼女性外交官、贵宾等。

Madam is often used in formal occasions or as a respectful address for someone else's wife, and can also be used to address female diplomats, dignitaries, etc.

Examples

  • 1 这位是王夫人,我们的贵客。 (This is Mrs. Wang, our distinguished guest.)
  • 2 总统夫人出席了慈善晚宴。 (The First Lady attended the charity banquet.)
  • 3 夫人,请问您需要帮助吗? (Madam, may I help you?)
  • 4 李夫人是一位著名的艺术家。 (Mrs. Li is a famous artist.)
  • 5 大使夫人主持了文化交流活动。 (The ambassador's wife hosted the cultural exchange event.)
  • 6 夫人,您的包裹已经送达。 (Madam, your package has been delivered.)
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