Definition
礼节性 is an adjective derived from 礼节 (etiquette, courtesy) plus the suffix 性 (-ness, -al). It describes actions, gestures, or behaviors that are done out of politeness or social formality rather than genuine feeling — like a 'courtesy call', 'ceremonial visit', or 'perfunctory bow'. It often carries a slight implication that the act is a social obligation, not heartfelt.
n.
courtesy (adj.)ceremonialperfunctory (done as a matter of politeness or social formality)
Examples
- 礼节性，。Tā zuò le yí gè lǐ jiē de yōngbào, ránhòu cōngcōng líkāi le.He gave a perfunctory hug and then left in a hurry.
- 礼节性，。Zhè cì fǎngwèn zhǐshì lǐ jiē de, méiyǒu tán shízhì wèntí.This visit was just a courtesy call; no substantive issues were discussed.
- 礼节性，。Shuāngfāng jìnxíng le lǐ jiē de wòshǒu, qìfēn yǒuxiē lěngdàn.The two sides exchanged a ceremonial handshake, and the atmosphere was somewhat cold.
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