Meanings of 携手
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合作 (hézuò) - use 携手 when emphasizing unity and partnership, while 合作 focuses more on the act of working together.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '携手' to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words. This phrase is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions about teamwork or joint endeavors. Common collocations include 携手合作 (join hands in cooperation) and 携手共进 (move forward hand in hand).
While '携手' is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it is a practical phrase that can enhance your vocabulary for discussing collaboration. Focus on related words like 合作 (he2 zuo4 - cooperation) and 伙伴 (huo3 ban4 - partner) to build a stronger contextual understanding.
Learners often confuse '携手' with '相手' (xiang1 shou3), which means 'opponent'. Ensure you're using '携手' to convey collaboration. For example, saying '我们要相手合作' (We need to collaborate with opponents) is incorrect; it should be '我们要携手合作'.
Pronunciation of 携手
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How to say hand in hand in Chinese
“hand in hand” in Chinese is携手
携手 (xie2 shou3) means 'to join hands' or 'to collaborate'. This phrase is often used in contexts of partnership or teamwork, emphasizing unity and cooperation between individuals or groups. It can be applied in both personal relationships and professional collaborations.
When to use 携手
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing '携手' to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words. This phrase is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions about teamwork or joint endeavors. Common collocations include 携手合作 (join hands in cooperation) and 携手共进 (move forward hand in hand).
携手 or something close to it
合作 (hézuò) - use 携手 when emphasizing unity and partnership, while 合作 focuses more on the act of working together.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '携手' with '相手' (xiang1 shou3), which means 'opponent'. Ensure you're using '携手' to convey collaboration. For example, saying '我们要相手合作' (We need to collaborate with opponents) is incorrect; it should be '我们要携手合作'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 携手
Yes, '携手' is commonly used in business discussions to refer to partnerships or collaborations between companies.
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