soeng1 gin3相見相见
Jyutpingsoeng1 gin3
Yalesēung gin
Definition
To meet one another; to see each other.
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How it's used
This term carries a slightly literary or formal tone compared to the everyday verb 見面. It is frequently encountered in idioms, song lyrics, or when describing a long-awaited reunion between people who have been separated for a significant amount of time.
Examples
When can we meet each other again?
They were very happy when they met each other.
Related words
Common phrases
It is easy to get along when meeting, but hard to live together.
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday contexts like telling a friend you are meeting for coffee, as it sounds overly dramatic or poetic. Use 見面 instead for routine meetings.
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Grammar guides
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