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    Expressing 'welcome' with 欢迎光临 (huānyíng guānglín) — written form

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    欢迎光临

    Explanation

    The phrase 欢迎光临 (huānyíng guānglín) means 'welcome' and is a polite, formal expression used to greet visitors or customers. Written as one unit, it is commonly seen on signs, banners, and entrances to businesses and formal venues, conveying respect and hospitality.

    Examples

    • 门口的牌子上写着"欢迎光临"四个大字。

      Ménkǒu de páizi shàng xiě zhe "huānyíng guānglín" sì gè dà zì.

      The sign at the entrance reads the four big characters "Welcome."

    • 酒店大厅的电子屏上显示着"欢迎光临"。

      Jiǔdiàn dàtīng de diànzǐ píng shàng xiǎnshì zhe "huānyíng guānglín."

      The electronic screen in the hotel lobby displays "Welcome."

    • 横幅上印着"欢迎光临"，挂在会场入口。

      Héngfú shàng yìn zhe "huānyíng guānglín," guà zài huìchǎng rùkǒu.

      The banner is printed with "Welcome" and hung at the entrance of the venue.

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