Definition
出席 (chū xí) means 'to attend' a formal event like a meeting, conference, or ceremony, emphasizing being present as a participant. It is more specific than 参加 (cān jiā), which is used for any activity (join, take part in), and differs from 参与 (cān yù), which implies active involvement or contribution rather than just presence.
verb
to attend (a meeting, conference, event)
Easily confused
- 除夕Chú xīsound-alikelunar New Year's Eve
- 出息chū xisound-alikefuture prospects; promise (in the sense of having a bright future)
Examples
- 出席。Tā chū xí le zuótiān de hūnlǐ.She attended yesterday's wedding.
- 出席。Hěn duō xuéshēng chū xí le zhè cì huódòng.Many students attended this event.
- 出席。Qǐng quèrèn nǐ néng chū xí míngtiān de huìyì.Please confirm you can attend tomorrow's meeting.
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