Definition
爱戴 (ài dài) means 'to love and respect' a leader, public figure, or elder — it implies respect from a group or the public. It overlaps with 敬爱 (jìng ài), but 爱戴 is used more for figures admired from afar (e.g., a beloved president), while 敬爱 is more personal, like the respect you feel for a teacher or parent you know.
verb
to love and respect (a superior, leader, or elder)
Examples
- 爱戴。Zhè wèi xiàozhǎng shēn shòu shīshēngmen de ài dài.This principal is deeply loved and respected by teachers and students.
- 爱戴。Rénmín ài dài zhè wèi wěidà de kēxuéjiā.The people love and respect this great scientist.
- 爱戴。Tā yīnwèi zhèngzhí hé shànliáng ér shòudào dàjiā de ài dài.He is loved and respected by everyone because of his integrity and kindness.
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