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关系
guānxì
Description
"关系"指人和人、事物和事物之间的联系。
"关系" refers to the connection between people or between things.
我们常说"没关系"，意思是不要紧、别担心。
We often say "没关系", meaning it's okay or don't worry.
Meanings
关系guānxì
relationship; connection between people or things
他们的关系很好。
They have a good relationship.
没关系méi guānxì
it doesn't matter; never mind
迟到了没关系，快坐下吧。
It's okay to be late, please sit down quickly.
关系guānxì
to concern; to have to do with
这件事关系到大家。
This matter concerns everyone.
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Notes
- Etymology
关 (to close/connect) + 系 (to tie), together meaning bonds or links.
- Nuance
关系 can imply personal connections (guanxi) useful for getting things done in China.
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