yuǎn​qīn​bù​rú​jìn​lín

neighbors are better than distant relatives

远亲不如近邻 遠親不如近鄰 yuǎn​qīn​bù​rú​jìn​lín
neighbors are better than distant relatives
A 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

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