送往迎来 Seeing off and welcoming
Explanation
指送走的人热情欢送,来的人热情欢迎。形容热情周到地招待宾客,也泛指忙于交际应酬。
It refers to the warm farewell to those leaving and the warm welcome to those arriving. It describes the thoughtful and attentive reception of guests, and also generally refers to being busy with social interactions.
Origin Story
话说在一个繁华的集市上,有一家客栈,老板为人热情好客,每天都忙着送往迎来。清晨,他目送着商队远去,依依不舍地挥着手,叮嘱他们一路平安。傍晚,他又热情地迎接来自各地的旅人,为他们安排舒适的房间,备上热腾腾的饭菜,细心地询问他们的旅程。即使是最普通的客人,他也一样地热情款待,使他们感到宾至如归。他不仅如此,还经常帮助迷路的行人,为他们指引方向,提供帮助。久而久之,客栈声名远扬,吸引了更多的客人,客栈也越来越兴隆。老板不仅赚得了钱财,也收获了满满的口碑和友情。他的热情好客也成了当地的一段佳话。
In a bustling marketplace, there once was an inn whose owner was known for his hospitality. Each day he was busy seeing off and welcoming guests. In the morning, he would see off merchant caravans with heartfelt farewells, wishing them safe travels. In the evening, he would warmly welcome travelers from far and wide, preparing comfortable rooms, hot meals, and inquiring thoughtfully about their journeys. Even the most ordinary guests were treated with the same warm hospitality, making them feel at home. He went beyond this, often assisting lost travelers by guiding them and offering aid. Over time, the inn's reputation spread far and wide, attracting more and more guests, and the inn flourished. The owner not only made a good living but also earned respect and many friendships. His hospitality became a local legend.
Usage
形容对来往宾客热情周到地招待,也泛指忙于应酬交际。
Describes the warm and attentive treatment of guests, and also generally refers to being busy with social interactions.
Examples
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酒店里送往迎来,热闹非凡。
jiudianli songwangyinglai, renao feifan.
The hotel is bustling with activity as people are seen off and welcomed.
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公司每年都举办送往迎来的活动,增进员工之间的感情。
gongsi meinian dou juban songwangyinglai de huodong, zengjin yuangong zhijian de ganqing
Every year, the company holds an event to see off and welcome employees, fostering camaraderie among them.