Discussion of 各位

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If we compare 大家 and 各位:
1. 大家 can be a noun as well. When it is a noun, it has two meanings. 各位 does not share these two meanings;
2. When they are both pronouns:
大家 (all of us, everybody) can refer to a group of people that includes or does not include the speaker him/herself; 各位 refers to everyone in a group of people that does not include the speaker.
E.g.A 请大家(or 各位)不要等我了。 [phr] Everybody, please do not wait for me.
E.g.B 王老师，生日快乐！这是大家送给您的。 [phr] Ms. Wang (a teacher), happy birthday! This is a gift from all of us.

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Are there any other words that are similar in meaning to 各位 (gè wèi)?

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全体 (quán tǐ): This term means "all" or "everyone" and is used to address a group of people.

众人 (zhòng rén): This term means "everyone" or "all people" and is used to address a group of people.

大家 (dà jiā): This term means "everyone" or "all of us" and is used to address a group of people.

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When should I use 各位 (gè wèi) in a sentence?

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各位 (gè wèi) is a term of address used to refer to a group of people. It is used to show respect and politeness when addressing a group of people. It is often used in formal settings, such as in speeches or presentations. It can also be used in informal settings, such as when addressing a group of friends. It is similar to the English phrase "everybody".

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