noun
relatives and acquaintances
A yojijukugo referring collectively to one's relatives and close acquaintances. Often used in formal or literary contexts to describe one's social circle.
結婚式には親戚知己が大勢集まった。
Many relatives and acquaintances gathered at the wedding.
A yojijukugo combining 親戚 (relatives) and 知己 (acquaintances). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it follows a common pattern of pairing related terms to express a broader concept.