Definition
斟酒 is a verb-object compound meaning 'to pour wine/liquor for someone', commonly used in social drinking situations like business dinners or family gatherings. It is a separable verb (离合词): you can insert measure words, aspects, or objects between the two characters, e.g., 斟了一杯酒 ('poured a glass of wine'). The action is often performed by the host or a junior person showing respect to elders or guests.
v.o.
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。Kèrén lái le, kuài zhēn jiǔ.The guests are here, hurry and pour the wine.
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