backscratching

中文含义:相互捧场、互相拉关系

英语词性:noun

美式发音:/ˈbækˌskrætʃɪŋ/

同义词:reciprocal favor, mutual assistance, quid pro quo

易混淆单词:backstabbing(中文含义:背后捅刀子)

双语例句:

1. The two politicians were accused of backscratching to gain campaign support.

那两位政治家被指控相互拉关系以获取竞选支持。

2. It’s important to build relationships with people in your industry, but avoid backscratching for personal gain.

与同行业人建立良好的关系是重要的,但要避免为个人利益而相互捧场。