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鸽子
gēzi
Description
鸽子是一种常见的鸟，很多城市的广场上都能看到它们。
A 鸽子 is a common bird, often seen in city squares.
在口语里，“放鸽子”还表示答应了别人却没来，让人白等。
In spoken language, "放鸽子" also means promising to come but not showing up, leaving others waiting in vain.
Meanings
鸽子gēzi
pigeon; dove
公园里有很多鸽子在找东西吃。
There are many pigeons in the park looking for food.
放鸽子fàng gēzi
to stand someone up; break a promise
他又放我鸽子，没来见我。
He stood me up again and didn't come to see me.
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Notes
- Etymology
鸽 means pigeon and 子 is a common noun suffix.
- Nuance
放鸽子 is very common slang for failing to show up.
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