青睐 qīnglài (literally) to fix one's gaze on
(literary) (literally) to fix one's gaze on; (figuratively) to show interest in; (favorable) attention; favor
How to remember 青睐: 青 blue-green + 睐 to squint at = (literally) to fix one's gaze on.
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How it is used
- To favor / show interest in - 深受年轻人青睐 (shēn shòu niánqīngrén qīnglài) much favored by young people.
- Literary and positive; the favor is being singled out and preferred. Often 受...青睐, 赢得青睐.
- Contrast plain 喜欢 (to like) - 青睐 implies discerning preference or patronage, often in markets/hiring.