Chauffeur

Pronunciation:ʃoˈfɜr
ENZH

Quick Translations

  • 司机
  • 用车司机

Definitions

noun

Definition

A person employed to drive a passenger motor vehicle.

In ZH

一名受雇于驾驶乘客机动车的人。

Examples

  • The chauffeur opened the door for the guests as they arrived.
  • She prefers to hire a chauffeur for her business trips.
  • His family has employed a private chauffeur for many years.

Cultural Notes

In many cultures, hiring a chauffeur is a sign of wealth or status, often associated with luxury travel or high-profile individuals.

verb

Definition

To drive a vehicle for someone else, often as a professional service.

In ZH

为别人驾驶车辆,通常作为专业服务。

Examples

  • He chauffeurs clients to and from the airport.
  • They hired someone to chauffeur them during their vacation.
  • I need a licensed driver who can chauffeur me through the city.

Cultural Notes

Chauffeuring can involve not just driving, but also providing a level of personal service, making it a unique profession in hospitality.