Chinese
qǐngkè
Meaning: to treat (to a meal); to stand treat
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

今晚這頓飯我請客。
今晚这顿饭我请客。
Dinner tonight is on me.
這頓飯算我請客。
This meal is on me.
他沒錢卻硬要請客,真是打腫臉充胖子。
He has no money but insists on treating everyone; he's really puffing himself up to look impressive.
這頓飯不用你掏錢,由我請客。
You don't need to pay for this meal, I'll treat.

Usage Notes

To pay for someone else's meal or entertainment.

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