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奉承
fèngcheng
Description
“奉承”是说好听的话来讨别人开心，常常是为了让对方喜欢自己。
"奉承" means saying nice things to please others, often to make them like you.
这个词有一点不好的意思，因为奉承的话不一定是真的。
This word has a somewhat negative meaning because奉承 words are not necessarily true.
Meanings
奉承fèngcheng
to flatter; say pleasing things to please someone
他很会奉承老板。
He is very good at flattering the boss.
奉承fèngcheng
flattery; flattering words
我不喜欢听这种奉承。
I don't like hearing this kind of flattery.
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Notes
- Nuance
usually negative, implying insincere praise to gain favor, unlike honest 赞美.
- Etymology
奉 (to offer, present) + 承 (to receive, take up).
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