soeng1 fu6 soeng1 sing4相輔相成相辅相成
Jyutpingsoeng1 fu6 soeng1 sing4
Yalesēung fuh sēung sìhng
Definition
To complement and supplement each other to achieve or complete something.
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How it's used
This idiom describes a symbiotic relationship where two elements enhance each other's effectiveness. It is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe professional partnerships, academic concepts, or lifestyle habits. Unlike simple cooperation, it implies that the success of one part is inherently tied to the strength of the other.
Examples
The two of them working together is truly complementary.
Diet and exercise complement each other, only then can one be healthy.
Related words
Common phrases
cooperation that complements each other
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