Definition
谈情说爱 is a four-character set phrase meaning to talk about romantic feelings, to court, or to be in a romantic relationship. It's used as a verb phrase describing the early stage of a romantic connection, often in the context of dating or flirting. Unlike some idioms, the literal meaning is transparent: 谈 'talk' + 情 'feelings' + 说 'speak' + 爱 'love'.
f.e.
to courtto discuss romantic feelingsto be in love
Examples
- 谈情说爱，。Tāmen zhèngzài tán qíng shuō ài, gǎnqíng hěn hǎo.They are in a romantic relationship, and their feelings are strong.
- 谈情说爱。Niánqīng rén xǐhuān zài gōngyuán lǐ tán qíng shuō ài.Young people enjoy courting in the park.
- 谈情说爱。Zhè bù diànyǐng jiǎng de shì liǎng gè niánqīng rén tán qíng shuō ài de gùshì.This movie is about the story of two young people falling in love.
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