尊夫人 (zūn fū) — (polite) your wife
Definition
A polite, honorific way to say 'your wife' when speaking TO someone about their spouse — far more formal and respectful than the plain 妻子. Use it in writing or formal address; never use it about yourself.
noun
(polite) your wife
Measure word · 位
Examples
- 尊夫人？Qǐng wèn zūn fū guì xìng?May I ask your wife's surname?
- 尊夫人。Zuó tiān wǒ zài yàn huì shàng jiàn dào le zūn fū.Yesterday I met your esteemed wife at the banquet.
- 尊夫人。Qǐng dài wǒ xiàng zūn fū wèn hǎo.Please give my regards to your wife.
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