Meanings of 配合
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AI Study Notes for 配合
协调 (xiétiáo) — use 配合 when emphasizing cooperation with others to achieve a common goal, while 协调 focuses more on the act of adjusting or arranging elements for harmony.
Imagine a pair of shoes (配, pèi) that perfectly match (合, hé) each other, symbolizing how they 'fit' together. Visualize them dancing in unison, representing the concept of cooperation and coordination.
A common mistake is using 配合 in overly formal contexts; it is more suitable for collaborative or informal settings. Be mindful of the tone; the second character 合 (hé) should not be mispronounced as 'hā'. Typical collocations include '配合工作' (coordinate work) and '配合行动' (act in concert).
As an HSK Level 5 word, 配合 connects well with other verbs expressing actions and relationships, such as 合作 (to cooperate) and 协调 (to coordinate). Students should focus on using it in practical sentences, especially in discussing teamwork and collaboration.
In Chinese culture, the concept of 配合 is deeply rooted in the importance of harmony and collective effort, often emphasized in group work and family dynamics. The idea of couples '配合' in marriage also highlights the expectation for partners to work together as a unit.
Learners often confuse 配合 with 合作, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我们需要配合' when the context is strictly about collaboration would be incorrect; '合作' is more appropriate here.
Pronunciation of 配合
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Grammar Patterns of 配合
配合 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 12 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Complete the Sentence
那天早晨，他没能和队长____好。
He was not a fit companion for their skipper that particular morning.
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Cultural Notes for 配合
In Chinese culture, the concept of 配合 is deeply rooted in the importance of harmony and collective effort, often emphasized in group work and family dynamics. The idea of couples '配合' in marriage also highlights the expectation for partners to work together as a unit.
Frequently Asked Questions about 配合
Yes, but it is more commonly used in informal settings, such as teamwork or collaboration.