Meaning
团结 means to unite or come together for a common purpose, or describes the state of being united. It emphasizes collective solidarity and cooperation among people or groups. The word carries positive connotations and is frequently used in political, organizational, and social contexts to describe harmony and working together.
Usage
Commonly used in formal speeches, organizational settings, and discussions about teamwork or national unity. It can function as both a verb (to unite) and an adjective (united). Often appears in slogans and political discourse. Native speakers use it to describe both the action of uniting people and the quality of being united.
Examples
- 01只有团结一致，我们才能克服困难。, .Only by uniting as one can we overcome difficulties.
- 02这个团队非常团结，大家互相帮助。, .This team is very united; everyone helps each other.
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Common collocations
- 团结一致to unite as one
- 民族团结ethnic unity
- 团结合作to unite and cooperate
- 团结起来to unite together
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 团 (group/ball) with 结 (to tie/bind), literally suggesting 'tying together into a group.' This reflects the core meaning of bringing separate elements into a cohesive whole.