khách khí
[xajk̟̚˧˦ xi˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) overly polite, ceremonious
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Y nghe Hồng Thất công, Quách Tĩnh gọi nàng là Dung nhi, trên đường cũng theo đó gọi là Dung nhi Dung nhi, chứ không khách khí gọi là Hoàng cô nương hay Hoàng tiểu thư.He had heard Hóng Qīgōng and Guō Jìng call her Róngr, and while on the way he thus also called her "Róngr, Róngr!" instead of the ceremonious Young Lady Huáng or Young Mistress Huáng.
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Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “khách khí” mean?
(adjective) overly polite, ceremonious
Is “khách khí” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.