() - To combine, to join together & to harmonize

Tone 2

hé | 10 strokes | radical:

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To combine, to join together;

to harmonize;

to unite.

To combine, to join togetherto harmonizeto unite.

Usage highlights

Combine togetherMerge companiesJoin forcesHarmonious cooperationFit togetherUnite as one

Synonyms

  • to combine, to join
  • to merge, to combine
  • to blend, to fuse

Antonyms

  • to separate, to divide
  • to leave, to separate
  • to scatter, to disperse

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The two companies merged (敆并).
  • They combined their efforts (敆力).
  • The pieces fit together perfectly (敆合).
  • Harmonious cooperation (敆作).

Collocations

  • Combine together(敆合)
  • Merge companies(敆并)
  • Join forces(敆力)
  • Harmonious cooperation(敆作)
  • Fit together(敆契)
  • Unite as one(敆一)

Idioms

  • Perfectly matched(天衣无缝敆)
  • Harmonious combination(琴瑟敆鸣)
  • United as one(万众敆心)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Ancient character representing the concept of joining or combining elements harmoniously.
  • Used in classical texts to describe the fitting together of parts or harmonious cooperation.
  • Reflects traditional Chinese values of harmony and unity in relationships and endeavors.

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