斟酒 (zhēn jiǔ) — to pour wine/liquor (for someone, especially in a formal or social setting)
Definition
斟酒 specifically means pouring wine or liquor (for someone), usually in a social or ceremonial setting. The verb 斟 emphasizes the careful, serving action — distinct from simply pouring water or tea.
verb
to pour wine/liquor (for someone, especially in a formal or social setting)
Examples
- 斟酒。Wǒ bāng nǐ zhēn jiǔ.I'll pour you some wine.
- 。Tā gěi wǒ zhēn le yì bēi jiǔ.He poured me a glass of liquor.
- ，斟酒。Kè rén lái le, kuài zhēn jiǔ.The guests are here, hurry and pour the wine.
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