迎来送往 welcome and see off
Explanation
指迎接来客和送走宾客。形容忙于应酬交际。
Refers to welcoming guests and seeing off visitors. Describes being busy with social engagements.
Origin Story
话说古代某县令，为官清廉，却也喜爱热闹。每逢节日或有要客来访，县衙便张灯结彩，热闹非凡。县令亲自迎来送往，与宾客把酒言欢，谈笑风生。他待人热情，不分贫富贵贱，一视同仁。因此，当地百姓对他赞誉有加，县衙也成了远近闻名的热闹之处。有一天，一位云游四海的隐士来到县衙，见到这热闹的景象，不禁感叹道：‘这县令真会迎来送往，人情练达啊！’县令笑着说道：‘人情世故，迎来送往，不过是人生一味调剂罢了，为官之道，更在于为民做实事。’隐士听后，深以为然，点头称赞。
It is said that an honest official in ancient China loved society. During festivals or important visits, the government building was beautifully decorated and there was a lively atmosphere. The official personally greeted and saw off the guests, drank with them and chatted. His hospitality extended to everyone, regardless of their wealth or social status. The people loved him for his warm-hearted nature and the government building became a well-known place full of life. One day, a hermit traveling through the land came to the government building. At the sight of the bustle, he exclaimed: "This official knows how to welcome and see off people!" The official replied smilingly: "Social occasions, welcoming and seeing off, are only a small part of life. The true task of an official is in service to the people!" The hermit agreed and praised him.
Usage
常用于描写人际交往或接待场景，形容忙于接待宾客或处理人际关系。
Often used to describe interpersonal interactions or reception scenarios. Describes being busy receiving guests or handling interpersonal relationships.
Examples
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酒店里迎来送往，好不热闹。
jiudian li yinglai songwang, hao bu renao
The hotel was bustling with people coming and going.
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他们热情地迎来送往，宾主尽欢。
tamen reqing di yinglai songwang, binzhu jinhuan
They warmly welcomed and saw off their guests.
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春节期间，家家户户迎来送往，喜气洋洋。
chun jie qijian, jiajia hhh yinglai songwang, xiq yangyang
During the Spring Festival, there was much coming and going in every household, and a festive atmosphere prevailed..