- 远亲不如近邻 yuǎnqīnbùrújìnlín neighbors are better than distant relativesA close neighbor is more helpful than a relative living far away; emphasizes the value of having someone nearby to offer immediate help or support in times of need
- 穷在闹市无人问，富在深山有远亲 qióngzàinàoshìwúrénwènfùzàishēnshānyǒuyuǎnqīn the poor are ignored while the rich have many friendsA proverb meaning that the poor are ignored even in a busy market, while the rich are visited by distant relatives even when living deep in the mountains; reflects how social relations often depend on wealth.
