Definition
致以 is a formal verb phrase used to express greetings, respects, thanks, or wishes in a polite, ceremonial manner. It always takes an object like 问候 (greetings), 敬意 (respect), or 感谢 (thanks), and is often used in the pattern 向某人 + 致以 + noun, especially in speeches, letters, or official announcements. Do not use it in casual conversation.
v.p.
to extend or give (formal greetings, regards, respects, thanks, etc.)
Examples
- 致以。Wǒ dàibiǎo gōngsī xiàng nín zhì yǐ chéngzhì de wènhòu.On behalf of the company, I extend to you our sincere greetings.
- ，致以。Kāimùshì shang, tā xiàng suǒyǒu láibīn zhì yǐ chónggāo de jìngyì.At the opening ceremony, he expressed high respect to all guests.
- ，致以。Zài cǐ, wǒmen xiàng zāiqū rénmín zhì yǐ zhōngxīn de gǎnxiè.Here, we express our heartfelt thanks to the people in the disaster area.
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