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    成為常連 (chéngwéi cháng lián) - become a regular

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression
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    How it works

    This fixed expression is composed of 成為 (chéngwéi, to become) and 常連 (cháng lián, a regular/frequent visitor/patron). It functions as a verb phrase, describing the action of transforming into a regular customer or visitor at a specific place. It directly follows the subject and often precedes an optional object indicating the place.

    Sample sentences

    我每次來這家餐廳都點同樣的菜，快要成為常連了。

    Every time I come to this restaurant, I order the same dish; I'm about to become a regular.

    他經常光顧那家酒吧，現在已經成為常連客了。

    He often patronizes that bar; he has now become a regular customer.

    如果你每週都來這裡運動，很快就會成為常連會員的。

    If you come here to exercise every week, you'll quickly become a regular member.

    Quick facts

    etymology:常連 (cháng lián) is derived from Japanese 常連 (jōren), meaning 'regular customer/patron'. It's a common term in Chinese, particularly in contexts involving shops, restaurants, or establishments where repeat visits are frequent.
    usage_context:Often used for places like cafes, bars, restaurants, shops, or even online communities where one participates regularly.

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    Example

    我每次來這家餐廳都點同樣的菜，快要成為常連了。

    Every time I come to this restaurant, I order the same dish; I'm about to become a regular.

    他經常光顧那家酒吧，現在已經成為常連客了。

    He often patronizes that bar; he has now become a regular customer.

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