qià
verb #29,916

Meanings

  1. 1 to consult
  2. 2 to negotiate
  3. 3 to be in accord
  4. 4 to make contact with

Examples

Wǒmen xūyào yǔ gōngyìngshāng qiàtán hézuò xìjié.
We need to negotiate the cooperation details with the supplier.
Qǐng zhíjiē yǔ xiāngguān bùmén qiàshāng.
Please consult directly with the relevant department.

Tips

usage
is mostly used in formal or business contexts, usually in compounds like 洽谈 (to discuss business), (to negotiate), or (to inquire). It is rarely used alone in modern everyday speech.

Stroke Order

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