老王

lǎo wáng
HSK 2Noun (名)

Basic Meaning

n
A common form of address in informal or friendly contexts. The pattern '老 + [Surname]' (e.g., 老李, 老张) is widely used among acquaintances and colleagues. It implies familiarity and often, but not necessarily, that the person is middle-aged or older.
An affectionate term for a man with the surname Wang, who is older or more senior in terms of age or experience.
对一位姓氏为王、年龄或资历较长的男性的亲切称呼。
Synonyms:
老王师傅
Sentences:
  1. (lǎo)(wáng)(xià)(bān)()()()(chī)(fàn)(ma)
    Lao Wang, do you want to go eat together after work?
  2. ()(men)(gōng)()(de)()(shù)(wèn)()(zhǎo)(lǎo)(wáng)(zhǔn)(méi)(cuò)
    For our company's technical problems, consulting Lao Wang is always the right choice.
  3. (lǎo)(wáng)(shì)()()(qīn)(de)(tóng)(shì)()(cóng)(xiǎo)(jiù)(rèn)(shi)()
    Lao Wang was my father's colleague, I've known him since I was little.

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