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携手

xié shǒu
HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

  1. 1. hand in hand
  2. 2. to join hands
  3. 3. to collaborate

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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分离
fēn lí

to separate

when referring to physical separation or breakup

Related words

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并肩
bìng jiān

alongside

implies standing side by side, often used metaphorically

Synonyms

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合作
hé zuò

to cooperate

when emphasizing working together on a project

Usage notes

Collocations

Often used with 共进 (go forward together) or 合作 (cooperate) to emphasize partnership, e.g., 携手共进, 携手合作.

Formality

Formal and literary, frequently found in news reports, official speeches, or slogans; less common in casual daily conversation.

Example Sentences

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两国将 携手 应对气候变化。
The two countries will join hands to tackle climate change.

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Words Containing 携手

携手并肩
xié shǒu bìng jiān

hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder

携手同行
xié shǒu tóng xíng

to walk hand in hand

Child Words of 携手

手
shǒu

hand

携
xié

to carry