嘉宾 jiābīn esteemed guest
esteemed guest; honored guest; guest (on a show)
How to remember 嘉宾: 嘉 excellent + 宾 guest = esteemed guest.
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How it is used
- An honored guest - especially a guest on a show or at an event - 特邀嘉宾 (tèyāo jiābīn) specially invited guest; 现场嘉宾 (xiànchǎng jiābīn) the guests present.
- Formal/respectful; the go-to word for invited guests at ceremonies, TV programs, and panels. Contrast 客人 (kèrén), an ordinary guest/visitor.
- Common: 神秘嘉宾 (shénmì jiābīn) a mystery guest.