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    Expressing 'warm' or 'cordial' with 亲切 (qīnqiè)

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    Structure

    亲切 + 地 + Verb

    Explanation

    亲切 (qīnqiè) means "warm," "cordial," or "affectionate" and describes a friendly, intimate manner of interacting with someone or something. It is often used as an adverb (亲切地) to modify how someone speaks, greets, or refers to something. It conveys a sense of closeness and fondness.

    Examples

    • 老师亲切地跟每个学生打招呼。

      lǎoshī qīnqiè de gēn měi gè xuéshēng dǎ zhāohu.

      The teacher warmly greeted every student.

    • 奶奶总是用亲切的语气跟我说话。

      nǎinai zǒngshì yòng qīnqiè de yǔqì gēn wǒ shuōhuà.

      Grandma always talks to me in a warm tone.

    • 他的笑容让人感到特别亲切。

      tā de xiàoróng ràng rén gǎndào tèbié qīnqiè.

      His smile makes people feel especially warm.

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