主持人

• Pinyin: zhǔ chí rén
• Hanzi breakdown: 主 = a lamp with flame, meaning master; 持 = 扌(hand) + 寺 (temple), to hold; 人 = person

Meaning

Host; emcee; moderator; the person who leads or presents a show, event, or meeting.

Used for TV hosts, radio presenters, event emcees, meeting moderators, and ceremony officiants. The role involves guiding proceedings, introducing segments, and keeping the audience engaged. A prestigious profession in Chinese media.

Examples

1. 这位主持人的临场应变能力特别强，从不让场面冷场。 This host has excellent improvisational skills and never lets there be an awkward moment.
2. 他从普通记者一步步成长为央视的金牌主持人。 He grew step by step from an ordinary reporter to become a top host at CCTV.
3. 婚礼主持人用幽默风趣的语言把气氛调动得很好。 The wedding emcee used humorous language to create a wonderful atmosphere.

Usage Guide

Context: media, events, meetings

Tone: neutral

Do Say

• 今天的主持人是谁？(Who is today's host?)
• 她梦想成为一名主持人。(She dreams of becoming a host.)

Don't Say

• 我们家庭聚会的主持人是我爸。(Overly formal — just say 我爸负责组织 or 我爸张罗)

Origin & History

Compound of 主持 (to host, to preside over) and 人 (person). 主持 combines 主 (main, master) and 持 (to hold), meaning to take charge of proceedings.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal