so1 lei1疏籬疏篱
Jyutpingso1 lei1
Yalesō lēi
Definition
Alienated, estranged, or wide apart in a relationship.
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How it's used
Describes a lack of closeness in relationships or a physical gap between objects. It carries a slightly formal or literary nuance compared to the more common 疏遠, making it sound more descriptive or reflective when used in conversation. It implies a sense of cooling off or drifting apart over time.
Examples
The two brothers are quite estranged.
Why have you two become so distant?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical distance in terms of travel or location, as it specifically refers to emotional distance or the spacing of objects like fences or teeth.
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