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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