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和
hé
Description
“和”是很常用的词，可以表示“跟、同”的意思，把两个东西连在一起。
"和" is a very common word that can mean "with" or "and", connecting two things together.
它也可以表示平静、不吵架，比如“和平”。
It can also mean peaceful or not arguing, as in "和平" (peace).
Meanings
和hé
and; with (connecting words)
我和朋友一起去看电影。
I went to the movies with my friend.
和hé
gentle; peaceful; harmonious
他说话很和气。
He speaks very kindly.
和hé
sum; total (in math)
二加三的和是五。
The sum of two plus three is five.
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Notes
- Nuance
和 is neutral; 跟 is more spoken/colloquial, 与 is more formal or written.
- Etymology
和 also has readings hè (to echo) and huó (to mix), less common for learners.
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