How to Say ‘One person’ in Simplified Chinese
一位
yī wèi
[ee way]
💬 Usage Tip: [位] is the polite counter for people, so [一位] sounds respectful. It's common before guests, customers, or older people: [一位客人], [一位老人].
Phrase Breakdown
一
yī
[ee]
one
The number 'one.' Before measure words, it combines with them to count people or things.
我们有一位客人需要儿童座椅。
We have one guest who needs a child seat.
位
wèi
[way]
measure word for people
A polite measure word used for people, often in formal or service contexts.
有一位客人对海鲜过敏。
One guest is allergic to seafood.
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