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靠山
kàoshān
Description
“靠山”本来是山，但现在常常用来说一个能帮你、保护你的人。
"靠山" originally means a mountain, but now it is often used to refer to someone who can help or protect you.
如果一个人有很强的靠山，他就不太怕遇到麻烦。
If a person has a strong "靠山", they are less afraid of encountering trouble.
Meanings
靠山kàoshān
a powerful backer or supporter one relies on
他的靠山是公司的老板。
His backer is the company's boss.
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Notes
- Etymology
literally 靠 (lean on) + 山 (mountain), a mountain to lean against.
- Nuance
often implies powerful protection through personal connections, sometimes with a slightly negative tone.
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