您 (nín) — you (polite form)
Definition
The polite form of 你. Use it for elders, customers, or anyone you want to show respect to.
pronoun
you (polite form)
Measure word · 位
Easily confused
Examples
- ?nín Hǎo ma?How are you?
- 您。Xiè xie nín.Thank you.
- 您?Qǐng wèn nín jiào shén me?May I ask what your name is?
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