các vị
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Definition
- Pronoun (Formal/Plural):
- Ladies and gentlemen; you (plural, formal): A formal and respectful term of address for a group of people. It is more polite and deferential than the neutral plural "các bạn" (you all).
- The distinguished ones; the esteemed persons: Can be used to refer to or address a group with respect, often implying status, age, or authority, such as elders, officials, or guests of honor.
Usage Examples
- Pronoun:
- Kính thưa các vị đại biểu. (Honorable delegates / Distinguished representatives.)
- Các vị có muốn dùng thêm trà không ạ? (Would you [esteemed guests] like more tea?)
- Xin mời các vị an tọa. (Please be seated, ladies and gentlemen.)
Advanced Usage
- Used in formal speeches, announcements, ceremonies, and written correspondence to show high respect.
- Often paired with honorifics like (respectfully stated to), (to address), or titles like (esteemed guests), (leaders).
Variants and Related Words
- Quý vị (pronoun): An even more polite and common variant meaning "distinguished ladies and gentlemen; honorable assembly." It carries a slightly higher level of respect and is extremely frequent in formal address.
- Kính chào quý vị và các bạn. (A respectful greeting to our distinguished audience and all of you.)
Synonyms
- You (formal plural): The general function in English, though English often uses titles (Ladies and Gentlemen, Honored Guests) for equivalent formality.
- Esteemed guests: When referring to visitors.
- Distinguished assembly: A very formal collective address.
Notes on Usage
- Formality Level: "Các vị" is high-register. It is not used among close friends or peers. Using it incorrectly can create unintended social distance.
- Context: Essential for formal events, meetings, customer service to high-status clients, or when addressing an audience where showing respect is paramount.
- Contrast with Neutral Terms: Unlike the informal "mấy bạn" or the standard plural "các bạn" (you all), "các vị" explicitly conveys deference.
- Ladies and gentlemen; you