拓展务实合作

You usually use this as a goal or a suggestion. It often follows verbs like 'we should' or 'we hope to.' Even though it sounds big, it’s quite flexible. You can use it when talking about two companies merging. You can also use it when two departments are finally deciding to share resources. It’s the 'adult in the room' phrase for any partnership.

This is your go-to for business meetings. If you’re writing a formal email to a potential partner, drop this in. It shows you are serious and professional. Use it during a toast at a business dinner to sound sophisticated. It also works in academic settings when two universities want to start a student exchange program. It signals that you value the other person's time and resources.

Please, don’t use this on a first date. If you tell your crush you want to 拓展务实合作, they might think you’re trying to sell them insurance. It’s also too heavy for casual favors. Don't use it when asking a friend to help you move a couch. If the situation involves zero money, zero contracts, or zero long-term goals, keep this phrase in your pocket. It’s like wearing a tuxedo to a beach party—just too much.

In Chinese culture, there is a long-standing tension between 虚 (xū - hollow/empty) and 实 (shí - solid/real). Traditional philosophy often warns against 'empty talk.' This phrase became very popular in the 1990s and 2000s as China's economy opened up. It reflects a cultural shift toward efficiency and 'getting the job done.' It’s a sign of a society that values concrete progress over abstract promises.

You’ll often hear 深化务实合作 (shēnhuà...), which means 'to deepen' the cooperation. If things are just starting, you might hear 推进务实合作 (tuījìn...), meaning 'to promote' or 'push forward.' If you want to sound even more like a pro, try 全面务实合作 (quánmiàn...), which means 'all-round' cooperation. It’s like adding different toppings to the same delicious pragmatic pizza.