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亲
qīn
Description
"亲"这个字有很多意思，可以指爸爸妈妈这样的家人，也可以指关系很近、很好的人。
The character "亲" has many meanings; it can refer to family members like parents, or to people who are very close and good to you.
它还有一个意思是用嘴接触别人，表示喜欢。
It also means to touch someone with the mouth, expressing affection.
Meanings
亲qīn
parent or relative; family member
他的亲人都住在北京。
His relatives all live in Beijing.
亲qīn
close; intimate; dear
我们两个很亲。
The two of us are very close.
亲qīn
to kiss
妈妈亲了亲孩子。
Mother kissed the child.
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Notes
- Nuance
online sellers use "亲" (dear) as a friendly way to address customers.
- Etymology
originally means close blood relations, extending to intimacy and affection.
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