hip3 soeng1協商协商

Jyutpinghip3 soeng1

Yalehip sēung

動詞

Definition

To consult and discuss with one another in order to reach an agreement or solve a problem.

neutralworkcommunication

How it's used

Focuses on the process of reaching a mutual agreement or finding a solution through dialogue. It carries a slightly more formal or professional weight compared to just chatting or talking. It is frequently used in business, legal, or diplomatic contexts where parties have conflicting interests that need to be resolved.

Examples

soeng1雙fong1方hip3協soeng1商zo2咗hou2好noi6耐dou1都mei6未jau5有gung6共sik1識。

Both sides have been negotiating for a long time but still have no consensus.

Common phrases

jau5友hou2好hip3協soeng1商

friendly consultation

hip3協soeng1商gaai2解kyut3決

resolve through consultation

Common mistake

Avoid using this in casual, everyday social situations like deciding where to eat dinner, as it sounds overly bureaucratic or stiff. Use 傾偈 or 商量 instead for informal settings.