敬
respect; honor; offer
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesverb
to respect; to esteem; to honor
neutralUsed to express deep respect or high regard for someone.
He is an old man worthy of everyone's respect.
Premier Zhou is a beloved premier we will always respect.
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Seeing his spirit of selfless dedication, I couldn't help but feel deep respect.
At the meeting, he first paid tribute to the attending representatives.
They have been married for twenty years and still treat each other with respect.
adjective
respectful; polite; deferential
neutralDescribes a manner or attitude that shows respect.
Welcome to everyone for guidance; we respectfully ask for your advice.
I am truly incompetent when it comes to technical tasks like fixing computers.
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Students should bow respectfully when they see a teacher.
Please allow me to express my most respectful greetings.
He speaks with a very respectful attitude.
verb
to offer (with respect); to propose a toast
neutralOften used for serving tea, alcohol, or cigarettes to superiors or guests.
The guests are here, go quickly and offer them tea.
He stood up and proposed a toast to every guest.
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Come on, for everyone's health, I offer you a toast.
He walked over and offered the boss a cigarette.
The daughter respectfully offered a cup of hot tea to her grandmother with both hands.
noun
a Chinese surname
A relatively uncommon surname.
I have a colleague whose surname is Jing.
Mr. Jing is waiting for you in the office.
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May I ask your surname? My humble surname is Jing.
Although there are not many people with the surname Jing, it has a long history.
A student named Jing Xiaoming is looking for you.