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    Referring to 'relationship' with 关系 (guānxì)

    Connecting Ideas
    Existence & Possession

    Structure

    Modifier + 的 + 关系

    Explanation

    The noun 关系 (guānxì) means 'relationship,' 'connection,' or 'relevance.' It is one of the most versatile nouns in Chinese, used for interpersonal relationships, logical connections, and relevance to a topic. For example, 爱的关系 means 'a loving relationship.'

    Examples

    • 他们的关系一直都很好。

      Tāmen de guānxì yìzhí dōu hěn hǎo.

      Their relationship has always been very good.

    • 这件事跟你没有关系。

      Zhè jiàn shì gēn nǐ méiyǒu guānxì.

      This matter has nothing to do with you.

    • 保持良好的人际关系很重要。

      Bǎochí liánghǎo de rénjì guānxì hěn zhòngyào.

      Maintaining good interpersonal relationships is very important.

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