一拍即合
yì​pāi​jí​hé

to hit it off

  • created sense approved 一拍即合 · yì​pāi​jí​hé · to hit it off — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    一拍即合

    yì​pāi​jí​hé

    to hit it off

    Literally means to match the rhythm from the first beat; used to describe two people or groups who click together, reach a quick agreement, or become immediate partners. This term can sometimes have a negative tone, suggesting a hasty or improper alliance.

    yī​pāi​jí​hé

    一 (literal) → 一 · yī · [as soon as] 拍 (literal) → 拍 · pāi · beat 即 (literal) → 即 · jí · immediately 合 (literal) → 合 · hé · to fit

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