Definition
This is a set phrase (固定表达) that literally means 'as close as brothers'. It describes a very close, brother-like bond between people who are not blood-related, often used for friends, teammates, or comrades who have shared deep experiences. The phrase is more emphatic than just 'good friends' and carries a strong emotional connotation of loyalty and mutual care. You use it to praise or highlight a relationship that feels like family.
f.e.
as close as brothersas close as flesh and blood
Examples
- ，亲如兄弟。Tāmen liǎ cóngxiǎo yìqǐ zhǎngdà, gǎnqíng qīn.The two of them grew up together and are as close as brothers.
- ，亲如兄弟。Wǒmen tuánduì de rén hùxiāng bāngzhù, qīn.The people on our team help each other and are as close as brothers.
- ，亲如兄弟。Yìqǐ jīnglì guò nàme duō fēngyǔ, dàjiā zǎoyǐ qīn.Having been through so many storms together, we are already as close as brothers.
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