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礼
lǐ
Description
“礼”是中国文化里很重要的字，意思是有礼貌、尊重别人。
"礼" is a very important word in Chinese culture, meaning politeness and respect for others.
它也可以指送给别人的礼物。
It can also refer to a gift given to someone.
Meanings
礼lǐ
courtesy; politeness; manners
对老人要有礼。
Be polite to the elderly.
礼lǐ
gift; present
这是给你的生日礼。
This is a birthday gift for you.
礼lǐ
ceremony; rite
婚礼上大家都很开心。
Everyone was happy at the wedding.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally referred to religious rites; extended to social propriety and gifts.
- Nuance
often bound in compounds like 礼貌, 礼物; rarely used alone in speech.
In videos
“这里有炸酱面、老北京爆肚、饮料、伴手礼”
“伴手礼给，欧米亚给给他这样。”
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