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    Expressing "relatives and friends" with 亲友 (qīnyǒu)

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    Explanation

    亲友 (qīnyǒu) means "relatives and friends," combining 亲 (relatives) and 友 (friends) into one word. It refers collectively to the people close to someone in their personal life. It is commonly used in formal or emotional contexts, such as farewells or announcements.

    Examples

    • 他邀请了所有亲友参加婚礼。

      Tā yāoqǐngle suǒyǒu qīnyǒu cānjiā hūnlǐ.

      He invited all his relatives and friends to the wedding.

    • 过年的时候，亲友们都会聚在一起吃饭。

      Guònián de shíhòu, qīnyǒumen dōu huì jù zài yīqǐ chīfàn.

      During Chinese New Year, relatives and friends all gather together for a meal.

    • 她出国留学那天，亲友们都来机场送行。

      Tā chūguó liúxué nà tiān, qīnyǒumen dōu lái jīchǎng sòngxíng.

      The day she went abroad to study, relatives and friends all came to the airport to see her off.

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