配合

配合 refers to the act of working together or harmonizing with others, often in a coordinated or collaborative manner. It emphasizes mutual support and synchronization in activities or tasks.

The character 配 (pèi) originally meant 'to match' or 'to be suitable,' while 合 (hé) means 'to join' or 'to fit.' Together, they convey the idea of things or people fitting well together or working in unison.

配合 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as in business, teamwork, or daily interactions. It reflects the cultural value placed on harmony and collaboration in Chinese society. The phrase is also often seen in phrases like 配合工作 (cooperating with work) or 配合表演 (coordinating a performance).