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配
pèi
Description
"配"这个字的意思是把东西放在一起，让它们合适地在一起。
The character "配" means to put things together so that they fit well.
我们常说"配衣服"、"配菜"，也可以说两个人"很配"。
We often say "配衣服" (matching clothes), "配菜" (matching dishes), and also that two people "很配" (are a good match).
Meanings
配pèi
to match; to go well with
这条裤子很配你的鞋。
These pants go well with your shoes.
配pèi
to be worthy of; to deserve
他不配得到这个机会。
He doesn't deserve this opportunity.
配pèi
to mix; to prepare a combination
医生给我配了一些药。
The doctor prescribed me some medicine.
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Notes
- Nuance
配 can mean physical matching or being worthy; tone comes from context.
- Etymology
originally related to pairing wine (酉) with people; now broadly means to match or pair.
In videos
“我找了6个就是配得感比较低的一些表现。”
“那很多人吃这个包包肉还要配个葫芦头”
“你可以穿这样子的衣然后配一件牛仔裤”
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