Definitions
(noun)
position; location; place
(classifier)
classifier for people (honorific)
(classifier)
classifier for binary bits
About
The character "位" is structurally composed of the person radical "亻" combined with "立", meaning to stand, which etymologically signifies a person standing in a designated place, initially conveying the concept of a physical or social position. Over time, its meaning broadened from simply indicating a location to representing official rank, status, or title within various hierarchies, while also developing into a polite numerical classifier for people, thereby emphasizing respect in reference to individuals. This semantic expansion reflects a shift from concrete placement to abstract notions of standing and respect, with the character's form remaining consistent throughout its history, preserving its original compositional logic.
Etymology Hide
Example Sentences Hide
这位是我的朋友。
请问您几位用餐？
他在公司里地位很高。
请各位安静一下。
中国的首都是北京，位于北方。
我的座位在靠窗的位置。
请各位领导先入座。
这位经理能力很强，赢得了大家的信服。