Definition
嘉宾 (jiā bīn) refers to an honored guest invited to a show, ceremony, or formal event — it emphasizes the special status of being invited. It is more specific than 客人 (kè rén, general guest) and less formal/official than 来宾 (lái bīn, distinguished visitor) or 贵宾 (guì bīn, VIP).
noun
guest of honorhonored guest (especially on a show or formal occasion)
Examples
- 嘉宾。Tā shì yí wèi fēicháng yǒumíng de jiā bīn.He is a very famous honored guest.
- 嘉宾。Jiémù zǔ qǐng lái le sān wèi jiā bīn.The production team invited three honored guests.
- 嘉宾。Huānyíng gè wèi jiā bīn cānjiā jīntiān de huódòng.Welcome all honored guests to today's event.
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