配套
Forming a complete set; providing supporting facilities or services that match a main product or system.
Examples
3 of 5政府正在建设配套的交通网络。
The government is building a supporting transportation network.
购买电脑时，配套的软件通常是免费的。
Supporting software is usually free when buying a computer.
这套教材有配套的练习册和录音。
This textbook set has matching workbooks and recordings.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Pair (Pèi) + Set (Tào). A set that is paired up.
Quick Quiz
新校区不仅有教学楼，还有完善的___设施。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 配套
Examples
政府正在建设配套的交通网络。
formalThe government is building a supporting transportation network.
购买电脑时，配套的软件通常是免费的。
businessSupporting software is usually free when buying a computer.
这套教材有配套的练习册和录音。
everydayThis textbook set has matching workbooks and recordings.
政策的实施需要配套的法律保障。
formalThe implementation of the policy requires supporting legal protection.
由于缺乏配套服务，该项目进展缓慢。
businessDue to a lack of supporting services, the project is progressing slowly.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
不成配套
not forming a set
配套改革
supporting reforms
全套配套
complete set
Often Confused With
匹配 is the act of matching two things (verb), while 配套 refers to a whole set of things that belong together.
Usage Notes
Very common in IELTS when discussing urban planning (facilities) or government reforms.
Common Mistakes
Thinking it only applies to furniture or clothes; it is widely used for infrastructure and policy.
Memory Tip
Pair (Pèi) + Set (Tào). A set that is paired up.
Word Origin
From '配' (match) and '套' (set/cover).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Often used in China's real estate ads to describe gyms, parks, and schools near an apartment.
Quick Quiz
新校区不仅有教学楼，还有完善的___设施。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 配套
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