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一致
yīzhì
consistent
他们的意见一致。
Their opinions are consistent.
formal
in agreement; consistent; conforming
双方的合同条款必须保持一致。
The contract terms between both parties must remain consistent.
实验结果与理论预测一致。
The experimental results are consistent with theoretical predictions.
Often used in formal contexts like contracts, agreements, or scientific reports.
formal
to agree; to be in accord
大家一致认为这个方案最合理。
Everyone agreed that this plan is the most reasonable.
Used to express unanimous agreement among people.
Pro Tip
Avoid overusing in casual contexts
While '一致' is precise, it can sound overly formal in everyday speech. Use '同意' (agree) or '一样' (the same) when talking with friends.
Gold Rule
Check for agreement in subject-verb-object
In sentences like '他们的意见一致', '一致' describes the state of agreement between subjects (their opinions). It does not act as a verb meaning 'to agree' in this structure.
Word Origin
Composed of '一' (one, unified) and '致' (to send, to reach), originally meaning 'to reach a unified state'. The modern sense of consistency or agreement emerged in Classical Chinese and remains dominant in modern usage.
Usage Notes
Used in formal written Chinese (e.g., reports, contracts) and formal speech. In casual conversation, simpler phrases like '同意' (agree) or '一样' (the same) may be preferred.
Word Breakdown
一
unified; one
root致
to reach; to send
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