回礼 (huí lǐ) — (v.o.) to give a return gift, to reciprocate a gift or salute

Definizione

回礼 (huí lǐ) is a verb-object phrase meaning to give a gift back in return, not just a verbal 'thank you' or reply. It carries a cultural expectation of reciprocity after receiving a gift, invitation, or favor (e.g. weddings, New Year).

verb
(v.o.) to give a return giftto reciprocate a gift or salute

Esempi

  • 回礼
    Guò nián de shí hou, wǒ men gěi qīn qi men huí lǐ.
    During the New Year, we give return gifts to relatives.
  • Tā shōu dào lǐ wù hòu, mǎ shàng huí le yí gè lǐ.
    After receiving the gift, he immediately returned one.
  • 回礼
    Àn zhào xí sú, jié hūn shí bīn kè yào huí lǐ.
    According to custom, guests should give a return gift at a wedding.

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