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街坊
jiēfang
Description
“街坊”是指住在你家附近的人，也就是邻居。
"街坊" refers to people living near your home, that is, neighbors.
这个词很口语，老一辈的人特别喜欢用。
This word is very colloquial and especially liked by the older generation.
Meanings
街坊jiēfang
neighbor; people living nearby
我们是多年的老街坊了。
We've been neighbors for many years.
街坊jiēfang
the neighborhood; local community
这条街的街坊都很热情。
The neighbors on this street are very friendly.
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Notes
- Etymology
街 (street) + 坊 (neighborhood block), meaning people of the same local area.
- Nuance
more colloquial and warm than 邻居, often used by older speakers.
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