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调和 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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调和
tiáohé
harmonious
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
to mediate
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
to reconcile
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
to compromise
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
mediation
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
to mix
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
to blend
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
blended
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
to season
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
seasoning
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
调和
tiáohé
to placate
HSK 7, vn, 18 strokes, rank #21913, Very Hard
tiáohé(tiao2he2)tiao he T2
1harmonious
2to mediate
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March 24, 2026
调和(調和)tiáohé(tiao2he2)
调和 (tiáo hé) refers to the process of creating harmony or balance among different elements. It is commonly used in contexts such as mediation between conflicting parties, blending flavors in cooking, or achieving a harmonious relationship among people or elements.
Strokes18Frequency#21913DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
调和 is often used in the context of Chinese medicine, where balancing different elements (like yin and yang) is crucial for health. This reflects the traditional Chinese belief in harmony as a fundamental aspect of well-being.
Memory tip
Imagine a chef carefully mixing (调) different ingredients (和) to create a delicious, harmonious dish. The character 调 shows a person adjusting flavors, while 和 represents harmony, making it easier to remember that调和 is all about blending and reconciling.
Meanings of 调和
tiáohé(tiao2he2)
1harmonious
2to mediate
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About 调和
调和Simplified
調和Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#21913Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7TOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
调解 (tiáojiě) is more focused on mediation or resolving disputes, while 调和 (tiáohé) emphasizes creating harmony or balance.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone, as using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely. 调和 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but it might be more common in discussions involving diplomacy or culinary arts. Common collocations include 调和关系 (tiáo hé guān xì) meaning 'to reconcile relationships' and 调和口味 (tiáo hé kǒu wèi) meaning 'to blend flavors.'
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 调和 connects well with other words related to mediation and harmony, such as 和平 (hépíng, peace) and 协调 (xiétiáo, to coordinate). Focus on using this word in sentences that involve conflict resolution or culinary discussions to enhance your fluency.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 调和 with 和平 (hépíng), which means 'peace.' For example, saying '调和世界' (tiáo hé shì jiè) to mean 'peaceful world' is incorrect; it should be '和平世界' (hépíng shì jiè).
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调和 (tiáo hé) refers to the process of creating harmony or balance among different elements. It is commonly used in contexts such as mediation between conflicting parties, blending flavors in cooking, or achieving a harmonious relationship among people or elements.
When to use 调和
Be cautious with the tone, as using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely. 调和 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but it might be more common in discussions involving diplomacy or culinary arts. Common collocations include 调和关系 (tiáo hé guān xì) meaning 'to reconcile relationships' and 调和口味 (tiáo hé kǒu wèi) meaning 'to blend flavors.'
调和 or something close to it
调解 (tiáojiě) is more focused on mediation or resolving disputes, while 调和 (tiáohé) emphasizes creating harmony or balance.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 调和 with 和平 (hépíng), which means 'peace.' For example, saying '调和世界' (tiáo hé shì jiè) to mean 'peaceful world' is incorrect; it should be '和平世界' (hépíng shì jiè).
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Grammar patterns of 调和
调和 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 11 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.
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____的最后一步要缓慢而精心。
This final part of the mixing is done slowly and delicately.
Example sentences for 调和 (10)
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调和的最后一步要缓慢而精心。
tiáohé de zuìhòu yī bù yào huǎnmàn ér jīngxīn。
This final part of the mixing is done slowly and delicately.
