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Chinese dictionary
v.be present (at a meeting, banquet, etc.)
因为有客人在座,所以她不好意思唱歌。
Because guests are present, she feels too shy to sing.
在座的有几位是归国华侨。
Among those present were a few returned overseas Chinese.
在座的有几位是国内外的知名学者。
Among those present were a few renowned scholars at home and abroad.
所有在座的同志都表示同意这个提议。
All comrades present agreed to this proposal.
请允许我代表在座的各位祝您退休生活愉快。
On behalf of everyone here, may I wish you a very happy retirement.
Word usage
- Note"在座" cannot be written as "在坐".