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认干亲
rèn gānqīn
Description
“认干亲”是指两家人虽然没有血缘关系，但通过一种仪式建立起像亲人一样的关系。
"认干亲" refers to two families establishing a relationship like relatives through a ceremony, despite no blood ties.
比如让孩子认一个干爸干妈，这在中国很多地方都是常见的习俗。
For example, having a child recognize godparents is a common custom in many parts of China.
Meanings
认干亲rèn gānqīn
to form a godparent-like family bond without blood ties
他们两家很好，所以给孩子认干亲。
Their two families get along well, so they made their children godsiblings.
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Notes
- Etymology
认 (to recognize/acknowledge) + 干亲 (non-blood relative), i.e. formally acknowledging a bond.
- Nuance
a cultural custom; 干 here means related by affection, not by blood.
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