tào​yǔ

polite set phrases

Senses

套语/ 套語 tào​yǔ polite set phrases

Conventional phrases or formulas used in polite conversation and social situations; greetings

套语/ 套語 tào​yǔ to trap into talking

To use words or conversation to trap someone into telling the truth.

套语/ 套語 tào​yǔ set formulas

Fixed, standard language or templates used in official documents, contracts, or routine writing

套语/ 套語 tào​yǔ platitudes

Ready-made, formulaic empty talk; clichés or bureaucratic jargon

References

see 套语/套語 套话/套話
same_as 套话/套話 套语/套語