光临 guānglín to honor with one's presence
(formal) to honor with one's presence; to attend
How to remember 光临: 光 light + 临 to approach = to honor with one's presence.
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How it is used
- A formal, honorific 'to grace with one's presence' - 欢迎光临 (huānyíng guānglín) welcome (lit. we welcome your gracious visit).
- Used by hosts/shops toward guests and customers; you honor others with it, never yourself.
- Set courtesy phrase, especially 欢迎光临 heard on entering shops.
Example sentences
- 欢迎光临！ huānyíngguānglín!Welcome!
- 感谢您的光临。 Gǎnxiènín de guānglín.Thanks for stopping by.