hap6 kwan4合群
Jyutpinghap6 kwan4
Yalehahp kwàhn
Definition
Sociable and gregarious, being willing to fit in and go along with the crowd.
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How it's used
Describes someone who fits in well with a group and follows social norms. It carries a slightly positive connotation of being a team player, whereas being described as 唔合群 often implies someone is difficult to work with or intentionally isolated.
Examples
He is very sociable and often goes out to eat with colleagues.
Why are you being so unsociable? Come and join us.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 隨和, which refers to having an easygoing personality. 合群 specifically focuses on the ability to integrate into a group, rather than just being pleasant to be around.
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