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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
妥协tuǒxiéto compromiseHSK 7, v, rank #5517, Hard
妥协tuǒxiéto reach termsHSK 7, v, rank #5517, Hard
妥协tuǒxiéa compromiseHSK 7, v, rank #5517, Hard
tuǒxié(tuo3xie2) T3
  1. 1to compromise
  2. 2to reach terms
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March 24, 2026
妥协(妥協)tuǒxié(tuo3xie2)

妥协 (tuǒxié) means to compromise or reach an agreement between differing parties. It is often used in contexts involving negotiation or conflict resolution, highlighting the importance of finding common ground to satisfy all involved.

Frequency#5517DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 妥协 is deeply ingrained, reflecting the value placed on harmony and collective agreement in social interactions. Compromise is often seen as a necessary step in maintaining relationships and avoiding conflict.

Memory Tip

Think of 妥 (tuǒ) as 'to assure' and 协 (xié) as 'to cooperate.' Imagine two friends assuring each other they can cooperate to resolve a conflict, thus they make a compromise. The characters together create a visual of an agreement between them.

Meanings of 妥协

tuǒxié(tuo3xie2)
1to compromise
2to reach terms
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About 妥协

妥协Simplified
妥協Traditional
Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#5517Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 妥协

Quick Contrast

妥协 (tuǒxié) vs 让步 (ràngbù) — use 妥协 when emphasizing mutual agreement, while 让步 focuses on conceding or yielding.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 妥 (tuǒ) as 'to assure' and 协 (xié) as 'to cooperate.' Imagine two friends assuring each other they can cooperate to resolve a conflict, thus they make a compromise. The characters together create a visual of an agreement between them.

Usage Notes

Be mindful that 妥协 can carry a negative connotation if it implies giving up too much or compromising one's principles. It is more commonly used in informal settings but can also appear in formal discussions, especially in business contexts. A common collocation is '达成妥协' (dáchéng tuǒxié) meaning 'to reach a compromise.'

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 妥协 connects with other vocabulary related to negotiation and agreement, such as 协商 (xiéshāng - to negotiate) and 让步 (ràngbù - to concede). Students should focus on usage in dialogues and written contexts where conflict resolution is discussed.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 妥协 is deeply ingrained, reflecting the value placed on harmony and collective agreement in social interactions. Compromise is often seen as a necessary step in maintaining relationships and avoiding conflict.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 妥协 with 让步 (ràngbù), which means to concede but does not necessarily imply mutual agreement. For instance, saying '我妥协了' (wǒ tuǒxié le) implies a mutual agreement, while '我让步了' (wǒ ràngbù le) suggests giving in without agreement.

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Component Characters

tuǒsuitable
HSK 77 strokes
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xiéto cooperate
HSK 46 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 妥协

妥协 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 3 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.

Exercise 1 of 3

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争执中的双方谁也不肯____.

Neither side in the dispute inclined to compromise.

Example Sentences for 妥协 (2)

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争执中的双方谁也不肯妥协.

zhēng zhí zhōng de shuāng fāng shuí yě bù kěn tuǒ xié.

Neither side in the dispute inclined to compromise.
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卢森堡草拟了一项英国、法国和德国之间都可以接受的妥协方案。

lú sēn bǎo cǎo nǐ le yī xiàng yīng guó、 、 fǎ guó hé dé guó zhī jiān dū kě yǐ jiē shòu de tuǒ xié fāng。

Luxembourg sketched out an acceptable compromise between Britain, France and Germany.

Cultural Notes for 妥协

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of 妥协 is deeply ingrained, reflecting the value placed on harmony and collective agreement in social interactions. Compromise is often seen as a necessary step in maintaining relationships and avoiding conflict.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, compromise is often viewed as a sign of cooperation and mutual respect, whereas in some Asian cultures, including China, it may be more about maintaining harmony and avoiding loss of face.

Frequently Asked Questions about 妥协

Not necessarily; it can have a negative connotation if it means sacrificing one's core values.