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    Chinese Grammar

    Expressing 'glad to see' with 乐见 (lèjiàn)

    Emphasis
    Wishes & Desires

    Structure

    乐见 + Clause/Noun Phrase

    Explanation

    乐见 (lèjiàn) means 'to be glad to see' or 'to welcome' a particular outcome or development. It is a somewhat formal expression often used in diplomatic, political, or public commentary contexts to express approval.

    Examples

    • 我们乐见两国关系的持续改善。

      Wǒmen lèjiàn liǎng guó guānxì de chíxù gǎishàn.

      We are pleased to see the continued improvement of relations between the two countries.

    • 公司乐见员工提出创新的想法。

      Gōngsī lèjiàn yuángōng tíchū chuàngxīn de xiǎngfǎ.

      The company is happy to see employees put forward innovative ideas.

    • 大家都乐见这项新政策的实施。

      Dàjiā dōu lèjiàn zhè xiàng xīn zhèngcè de shíshī.

      Everyone is pleased to see the implementation of this new policy.

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