送礼 (sòng lǐ) — to give a gift, to present a gift (to someone)

Definition

送礼 is a separable verb (离合词) meaning 'to give a gift'. The two syllables can split apart when you add a measure word, a duration, or a complement between them — for example, 送了一个礼 ('gave a gift'), 送过礼 ('have given gifts'), or 送不起礼 ('can't afford to give gifts'). In Chinese culture, gift-giving is a common social practice during holidays, visits, and business interactions, and the verb is used in both formal and casual contexts.

v.o.

to give a giftto present a gift (to someone)

Examples

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Tā gěi wǒ sòng le yí gè dà lǐ.
He gave me a big gift.
，送礼。
Guònián de shíhou, hěnduō rén dōu huì sòng lǐ.
During the New Year, many people give gifts.
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Nǐ sòng guò lǐ gěi lǎobǎn ma?
Have you ever given a gift to your boss?

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