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致敬

zhì jìng
HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

  1. 1. to salute
  2. 2. to pay one's respects to
  3. 3. to pay tribute to
  4. 4. to pay homage to

Word relationships

Related words

2 items
问候
wèn hòu

to give one's respects

致敬 more formal, often in ceremonies or to honor the deceased; 问候 is casual greeting
行礼
xíng lǐ

to salute

行礼 is the physical act of saluting; 致敬 can be verbal or ceremonial

Usage notes

Formality

致敬 is formal; used for solemn occasions like memorials, official ceremonies, or to show deep respect. Not for casual greetings.

Example Sentences

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我们向英雄 致敬 。
We pay tribute to the heroes.

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Words Containing 致敬

此致敬礼
cǐ zhì jìng lǐ

respectfully yours (at the end of a letter)

Child Words of 致敬

敬
jìng

(bound form) respectful; to respect

致
zhì

(bound form) fine; delicate; exquisite