客套话Everyday Politeness
#032
guān关xì系
“connections”
👀 / how things really get done
情景Scenario
中国人常说“办事要靠关系”“他关系很硬”。这里“关系”是？
People say “you need 关系 to get things done.” What is it?
选择Choose
A数学里的关系a mathematical relation
B人脉、认识的人和背后的资源personal networks & resources
C两个人在谈恋爱a romantic relationship
答案Answer
“关系”指人脉网络——认识谁、能找谁帮忙。在中国“有关系”办事更顺，是人情社会的运作方式。
关系 = your web of connections — who you know, who can help.
例句Example
"这件事得找关系才能办成。"
“You'll need connections to get this done.”