奉还 (fèng huán) — to return something respectfully (formal, often written)
Definition
A formal, written verb meaning 'to return respectfully' — emphasizes deference toward the recipient. It is more honorific than 归还, which is the plain 'return' used in everyday contexts.
verb
to return something respectfully (formal, often written)
Examples
- 奉还，。Wǒ jiāng zhè běn shū fèng huán gěi nín, qǐng shōu xià.I respectfully return this book to you; please accept it.
- 奉还，。Suǒ jiè zī liào yǐ rú shù fèng huán, jìng qǐng chá shōu.The borrowed materials have been returned in full; please kindly check and accept.
- ，奉还。Nín de bāng zhù wǒ men míng jì zài xīn, tè cǐ fèng huán chéng yì.We will remember your help in our hearts; we hereby respectfully return your sincerity.
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