一位
yī wèi
one person
我认识一位很有趣的老师。
I know a very interesting teacher.
general
One person; a single individual.
请一位顾客进来。
Please let one customer come in.
Commonly used to refer to a single person in a polite or formal context.
formal
A position or role (e.g., a job, title, or status).
他担任一位重要的职位。
He holds an important position.
In formal contexts, '一位' can refer to a role or status rather than a literal person.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Politeness
'一位' is more polite than '一个人' and is often used in formal or customer-facing contexts.
Gold Rule
Formality
Use '一位' when addressing someone politely, such as in customer service or formal introductions.
Word Origin
Combination of '一' (one) and '位' (person or position).
Usage Notes
'一位' is more polite and formal than '一个人' (a person). It is often used in customer service, introductions, or formal writing.
Word Breakdown
一
one
quantifier位
person or position
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