(shāng) - To consult & to deliberate

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shāng | 18 strokes | radical:

· shāng

To consult;

to deliberate;

to discuss;

to negotiate (archaic usage).

To consultto deliberateto discuss

Usage highlights

To consult and discussTo deliberate togetherTo negotiate termsTo seek counselConsultation chamberTo discuss strategy

Synonyms

  • to discuss; to consult
  • to deliberate; to discuss
  • to consult; to seek advice

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ministers consulted on state affairs (大臣謪议国事).
  • They deliberated the terms of the treaty (他们謪议条约条款).
  • Ancient texts show officials would consult on important matters (古籍显示官员会謪议要事).

Collocations

  • To consult and discuss(謪议)
  • To deliberate together(共謪)
  • To negotiate terms(謪约)
  • To seek counsel(求謪)
  • Consultation chamber(謪室)
  • To discuss strategy(謪策)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily found in classical Chinese texts and historical documents.
  • Represents formal consultation and deliberation in official or scholarly contexts.
  • Rarely used in modern vernacular Chinese, appearing mainly in historical or literary works.

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