B1 verb Formal #2,000 most common 1 min read

联合

liánhé /li̯ɛn˧˥ xə˧˩/
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To unite is to bring separate parts together for a unified purpose.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • To combine forces for a shared goal.
  • Used for formal alliances and collaborations.
  • Implies working together as a unified entity.

1) 概述：‘联合’是一个动词，表示将分散的力量、组织或个体汇聚起来，形成一个整体以实现共同的目标。它强调的是一种协作、结盟或统一行动的状态，常带有正式色彩。

2) 用法模式：‘联合’既可以作为动词使用，如‘联合起来’，也可以作为定语，如‘联合行动’、‘联合声明’。它常与‘起来’、‘行动’、‘发表’等词搭配，在句中多作谓语或定语。

3) 常见语境：在商业领域，常指公司间的合并或合作（如：联合开发）；在政治语境中，指国家或政党间的盟约（如：联合国、联合政府）；在日常生活中，也可指小团体或个人的协作（如：联合起来抵制错误行为）。

4) 近义词辨析：‘联合’侧重于为了共同目标而结盟；‘结合’侧重于两种事物的融合或连接；‘团结’侧重于思想和感情上的凝聚；‘合并’侧重于将两个实体变成一个实体。使用时需根据语境选择最准确的词汇。

Examples

1

我们决定联合起来解决这个问题。

everyday

We decided to unite to solve this problem.

2

两家公司发表了联合声明。

formal

The two companies issued a joint statement.

3

我们需要联合所有能团结的力量。

informal

We need to unite all forces that can be united.

4

该研究由多所大学联合开展。

academic

The research was conducted jointly by multiple universities.

Common Collocations

联合行动 Joint action
联合声明 Joint statement
联合开发 Joint development

Common Phrases

联合起来

Unite

强强联合

Strong partnership

联合办公

Co-working

Often Confused With

联合 vs 结合

Refers to the physical or abstract merging of two things. It does not necessarily imply a goal-oriented alliance.

联合 vs 团结

Focuses on the emotional or psychological closeness of people. It is more about harmony than organizational structure.

Grammar Patterns

联合起来 联合+名词 由+A+和+B+联合+动词

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word is primarily used in formal or professional settings. It carries a sense of purpose and structure. It is rarely used for personal relationships or casual activities.

Common Mistakes

Learners often use it interchangeably with 'together' (一起). Remember that '联合' requires a specific goal or institutional context. Using it for simple tasks like 'eating together' is incorrect.

Tips

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Focus on the goal

Always keep in mind that '联合' implies a shared purpose. It is not just grouping things, but working together for a reason.

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Avoid informal contexts

Do not use '联合' to describe casual friendship. It sounds too professional and bureaucratic for that.

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The United Nations

The term '联合国' (UN) is the most iconic use of this word in Chinese. It sets the standard for how the word implies global cooperation.

Word Origin

The character '联' implies connecting, and '合' implies closing or joining. Together they signify a formal connection of entities.

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, '联合' often reflects the value of collective effort over individual action. It is frequently seen in government and corporate rhetoric.

Memory Tip

Think of the UN (United Nations), which is '联合国' in Chinese. It represents countries uniting for peace.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

“联合”多用于组织、机构或力量的结合，偏向于外在的结盟；“团结”多用于人与人之间思想、感情的凝聚，偏向于内在的和谐。

在现代汉语中，“联合”主要作动词或形容词使用。如果指代具体的组织，通常会加上后缀，如“联合会”。

它比较正式，在新闻、商务或严肃讨论中更常用。日常口语中，人们更倾向于说“一起做”或“合作”。

这里的“联合”指世界各国为了维护和平与安全而结成的国际组织，体现了多方协作的含义。

Test Yourself

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为了应对气候变化，各国必须___起来，共同寻找解决方案。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 联合

此处指国家间的政治协作，用“联合”最符合语境。

multiple choice

这两家公司决定___开发新产品。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 联合

企业间的合作开发通常使用“联合”。

sentence building

声明 / 联合 / 发表 / 他们 / 了

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他们发表了联合声明。

标准的SVO句式，且“联合”修饰“声明”。

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