Mandarin Melon

最好的朋友
Best Friend

Melody
June 2, 2025
10:27 am
Life, Thoughts

Language Tips

Before we dive in—some quick language tips to help you follow along smoothly:

Idioms

擦肩而过(cā jiān ér guò)

Literally "to brush past someone's shoulder." It describes a near-miss encounter, like two people almost meeting but not connecting, or missing an opportunity by a hair's breadth.

拐弯抹角(guǎi wān mò jiǎo)

Literally "to turn corners and scrape edges." It means speaking or acting indirectly—beating around the bush instead of being straightforward.

自由自在(zì yóu zì zài)

"Free and at ease." It describes a carefree, unrestrained state—like wandering without worries or living on your own terms.

天马行空(tiān mǎ xíng kōng)

Literally "a heavenly horse soaring across the sky." It describes wildly imaginative ideas, creativity without limits, or thoughts that are fantastical and unrestrained.

形容词(xíngróngcí)

Adjectives

描述(miáoshù)

To describe or depict something in detail.

幽默(yōumò)

Humorous or witty. Describes someone or something that's funny in a clever way.

靠谱(kàopǔ)

Reliable, trustworthy. Like a person who keeps promises or a plan that's solid.

真实(zhēnshí)

Real, genuine. Can describe facts, emotions, or people who are authentic.

讲段子(jiǎng duànzi)

To tell a joke.

搞笑的段子(gǎoxiào de duànzi)

A hilarious joke or meme-like story meant to make people laugh.

笑到肚子疼(xiào dào dùzi téng)

Laugh until your stomach hurts.

Grammar Patterns

有的…有的…(yǒu de… yǒu de…)

"Some… others…" Used to list different actions/opinions in a group.
Example: 人的一生会遇到很多人，有的只是擦肩而过，有的却成为你生命的一部分。 (In life, you'll meet many people—some just brush past you, while others become part of your story.)

当…(dāng…)

"When…" or "While…" Introduces a time or situation.
Example: 当你听到"最好的朋友"这个词，你会想到谁呢？ (When you hear the words "best friend," who comes to mind?)

说到…(shuō dào…)

"Speaking of…" or "When it comes to…" Transitions to a related topic.
Example: 说到最好的朋友… (Speaking of best friends…)

无论是…还是…(wúlùn shì… háishì…)

"Whether… or…" Emphasizes inclusivity.
Example: 无论是我们定下的计划，还是突然冒出来的想法，她总是第一个行动起来的人。 (Whether it's a plan we made or a sudden idea, she's always the first to take action.)

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Best Friends

Intro

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▶️ 人的一生会遇到很多人，有的只是擦肩而过，有的却成为你生命的一部分。 ▶️ 当你听到"最好的朋友"这个词，你会想到谁呢？ ▶️ 如果让你用三个形容词来描述一下你最好的朋友，你会说什么呢？

In a lifetime, we meet many people—some just pass by, while others become a part of your life. When you hear the words “best friend,” who do you think of? If you had to use three adjectives to describe your best friend, what would you say?

My Best Friend

▶️ 说到最好的朋友，其实我觉得很幸运，因为我从小到大身边一直都有那么一两个真正懂我的人。 ▶️ 当我听到"最好的朋友"这个词时，在我脑海里浮现的第一张脸是这张。 ▶️ 朋友们还记得她吗？我们一起拍过几个视频，你看过吗？ ▶️ 我们可能不是天天在身边或者天天聊天的人， ▶️ 但每次一说话，都好像从来没分开过。

Speaking of “best friends,” I actually feel very lucky. Growing up, I’ve always had one or two people who truly understand me. When I hear the words “best friend,” the first face that pops into my mind is this one. Friends, do you still remember her? We’ve made a few videos together—have you seen them? We might not be together every day or talk every day, but every time we do, it feels like we were never apart.

Three Words to Describe Her

▶️ 我想用很多形容词来形容她，但如果只能说三个的话，我会说： ▶️ 幽默、靠谱、真实。 ▶️ 她的幽默是那种"灵魂级别"的幽默。 ▶️ 不管我讲什么段子，她总能接得上，而且还能讲出更搞笑的段子， ▶️ 简直就是我的快乐制造机。和她聊天我总能笑到肚子疼。

I want to use so many adjectives to describe her, but if I had to pick just three, I’d say: funny, reliable, and genuine. Her sense of humor is the kind that’s on a “soul level.” No matter what joke I tell, she can always follow up and even tell an even funnier one. She’s basically my joy generator. I always laugh so hard my stomach hurts when I talk to her.

▶️ 她也特别靠谱、积极主动。 ▶️ 无论是我们定下的计划，还是突然冒出来的想法，她总是第一个行动起来的人。 ▶️ 不但不会拖延，还经常主动提出更好的点子。 ▶️ 和她一起做事，我从来不需要担心后续，她会让所有想法真正变成现实。

She’s also super reliable and proactive. Whether it’s a plan we’ve made or a sudden idea, she’s always the first one to take action. Not only does she never procrastinate—she often comes up with even better ideas on her own. When doing things with her, I never have to worry about the follow-up. She makes sure every idea actually becomes reality.

▶️ 最让我喜欢的一点是，她非常真实， ▶️ 说话从不拐弯抹角，表达永远直来直去，但不会让人难堪。 ▶️ 在她身边，我可以自由自在地做自己。 ▶️ 她不会嘲笑我天马行空的想法，反而会支持我、鼓励我。 ▶️ 她像一面镜子，却是一面会放大我闪光点的镜子。 ▶️ 有她这样的朋友，让我觉得很幸福。

What I like most about her is that she’s very genuine. She never beats around the bush—she always expresses herself directly, but without making people uncomfortable. Around her, I can be completely myself. She never makes fun of my wild ideas. Instead, she supports and encourages me. She’s like a mirror—but a mirror that amplifies my best qualities. Having a friend like her makes me feel so blessed.

Closing Thoughts

▶️ 朋友这种东西，很多时候说不上来是怎么认识、怎么熟起来的。 ▶️ 有的时候只是一个眼神、一句吐槽，就能突然变得很亲近。 ▶️ 也有的时候，是经历了一起哭一起笑的时刻，才慢慢把关系拉近。 ▶️ 如果你现在脑海里已经浮现出一个人的名字， ▶️ 那TA大概就是你心里最好的朋友吧。 ▶️ 所以，你会用哪三个形容词来形容你最好的朋友呢？ ▶️ 留言告诉我吧！还有，别忘了去我的网站看看这篇日记的文本哦！

Friendship is something you often can’t explain—how it started, or how it grew deeper. Sometimes, it’s just a shared glance or a playful tease that suddenly brings you together. Other times, it’s the moments of crying and laughing together that slowly deepen the bond. If a name has already popped into your mind, then that person is probably your best friend. So, which three adjectives would you use to describe your best friend? Leave me a comment and let me know! Also, don’t forget to visit my website to read the full text of this diary entry!