How to Say ‘Older relatives’ in Simplified Chinese
长辈
zhǎng bèi
[zhǎngbèi]
🇨🇳 In China: During New Year, younger family members greet their elders first and wish them well. The elders usually reply with a red envelope of money.
Phrase Breakdown
长辈
zhǎng bèi
[zhǎngbèi]
elders
People of an older generation, such as parents and grandparents.
过年要给长辈拜年。
At New Year you should pay respects to your elders.
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