助兴 (zhù xīng) — to liven up (an occasion), to add to the fun
Definition
A verb meaning to add to the fun or liven up a gathering (with music, jokes, games, etc.). Often used as 助助兴 in casual suggestions. Not a near-synonym of 兴奋 (excited) — it describes what the host does, not how guests feel.
verb
to liven up (an occasion)to add to the fun
Examples
- 助兴。Lái diǎn yīn yuè zhù xīng ba.Let's have some music to liven things up.
- 。Tā jiǎng le yí gè xiào hua zhù le xīng.He told a joke and livened things up.
- ？Dà jiā wán yóu xì zhù zhù xìng zěn me yàng?How about we play a game to liven things up?
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