quý khách

quý khách

Quý khách vui lòng chờ một chút.

Definition
  1. Honorific Noun:
    • Distinguished Guest / Esteemed Customer: A formal and respectful term of address used to refer to guests, clients, or customers, showing high regard and politeness. It is commonly used in service, business, and formal public contexts.
Usage Examples
  • Honorific Noun:
    • Kính mời quý khách lên máy bay. (We invite our distinguished guests to board the aircraft.)
    • Quý khách có cần tôi giúp gì không? (Do you, esteemed customer, need any help from me?)
    • Chúng tôi xin chân thành cảm ơn quý khách. (We sincerely thank you, our valued customers.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Kính thưa quý khách": A very formal opening phrase for speeches or announcements, equivalent to "Ladies and gentlemen," "Honored guests," or "Dear valued customers."
    • Kính thưa quý khách, chương trình sẽ bắt đầu sau năm phút nữa. (Honored guests, the program will begin in five minutes.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Quý vị (honorific noun): A similarly respectful term of address for a group of people, often used in formal speeches. It is more general than "quý khách," which specifically implies a guest or customer relationship.

    • Quý vị đại biểu, xin mời an tọa. (Distinguished delegates, please be seated.)

  • Khách hàng (noun): Customer, client. This is a standard, non-honorific term.

    • Khách hàng hài lòng với dịch vụ. (The customer is satisfied with the service.)
Synonyms
  • Esteemed guest: A highly respected visitor.
  • Valued customer: A client who is held in high esteem.
  • Honored client: A formal term for a respected customer.
Related Phrases

  • Dành cho quý khách: Reserved for our valued guests/customers.

    • Ưu đãi đặc biệt này chỉ dành cho quý khách. (This special offer is reserved solely for our valued customers.)

  • Quý khách vui lòng...: A polite request formula meaning "Please... (esteemed customer)."

    • Quý khách vui lòng giữ vé để kiểm soát. (Please keep your ticket for inspection.)