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    Expressing 'to communicate' with 沟通 (gōutōng)

    Actions & Events
    Connecting Ideas

    Structure

    与 + Person + 沟通

    Explanation

    The verb 沟通 (gōutōng) means "to communicate" or "to bridge a gap in understanding." It emphasizes establishing mutual understanding between parties. Compared to 交流, 沟通 often implies overcoming barriers or differences, and is common in workplace and interpersonal contexts.

    Examples

    • 有问题要及时和上司沟通。

      Yǒu wèntí yào jíshí hé shàngsī gōutōng.

      If there are problems, communicate with your supervisor promptly.

    • 父母应该多和孩子沟通,了解他们的想法。

      Fùmǔ yīnggāi duō hé háizi gōutōng, liǎojiě tāmen de xiǎngfǎ.

      Parents should communicate more with their children to understand their thoughts.

    • 这件事沟通了好几次才终于达成一致。

      Zhè jiàn shì gōutōng le hǎo jǐ cì cái zhōngyú dáchéng yīzhì.

      This matter was discussed several times before an agreement was finally reached.

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