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就位

jiùwèi
verb #8,136

Meanings

  1. 1 to take one's place
  2. 2 to get into position

Characters

就
jiù
to go to; to approach
位
wèi
position; seat; place
Approach one's position - take one's assigned place.

Examples

HSK 3
所有人员都已就位，可以开始了。
Suǒyǒu rényuán dōu yǐ jiùwèi, kěyǐ kāishǐ le.
Everyone is in position; we can begin.
HSK 4
各位运动员请就位。
Gèwèi yùndòngyuán qǐng jiùwèi.
All athletes, please take your positions.
HSK 4
新总统已经就位了。
Xīn zǒngtǒng yǐjīng jiùwèi le.
The new president has already taken office.

Tips

usage
就位 can mean physically taking a position (like at a starting line) or figuratively assuming a role or office. Common in formal and ceremonial contexts.

Stroke Order

就 jiù
位 wèi