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打招呼

dǎ zhāohu

Description

打招呼的意思是见到人的时候说"你好",或者点头、挥手。

The meaning of 打招呼 is to say "hello" when you see someone, or to nod or wave.

它也可以指提前告诉别人一件事。

It can also mean to inform someone about something in advance.

Meanings

打招呼dǎ zhāohu

to greet; to say hello

他每天见到老师都会打招呼。

He greets the teacher every day when he sees him.

打招呼dǎ zhāohu

to notify or tell someone beforehand

你要走的话,先跟我打个招呼。

If you are leaving, greet me first.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    打 (do/make) + 招呼 (greeting), a common 打 + noun verb construction.

  • Nuance

    often split as 打个招呼 with 个 inserted for a light, casual tone.

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