Definition
亲热 emphasizes affectionate physical behavior (hugging, holding hands), not just a close relationship. 亲密 and 亲近 describe relational closeness; 亲热 is about showing that closeness through touch. As a verb, 亲热 means 'to get physically affectionate', distinct from 亲 'to kiss'.
adjective
affectionatewarmintimate (in manner or behavior)
verb
to show affection (physically or verbally)(colloquial) to get intimate with someone
Examples
- 亲热，。Tāmen liǎ zài gōngyuán lǐ hěn qīn rè, shǒu lā zhe shǒu sànbù.The two of them are very affectionate in the park, walking hand in hand.
- 亲热，。Nǐmen bié zài kèrén miànqián qīn rè, zhèyàng bú tài lǐmào.Don't get intimate in front of the guests — it's not very polite.
- 亲热，。Tā qīn rè de bào le bào háizi, ránhòu chūmén le.She hugged the child affectionately, then went out.
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