交流
The exchange of information, ideas, or feelings between people. It can also refer to the exchange of cultures or goods.
Examples
3 of 5国际文化交流有助于增进理解。
International cultural exchange helps to enhance understanding.
我们需要加强两部门之间的交流。
We need to strengthen communication between the two departments.
由于语言不通，我们很难交流。
Because of the language barrier, it's hard for us to communicate.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jiao (交) means cross/intersect, Liu (流) means to flow. Ideas flowing across each other.
Quick Quiz
通过国际____，我们可以学习到其他国家的先进技术。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 交流
Examples
国际文化交流有助于增进理解。
academicInternational cultural exchange helps to enhance understanding.
我们需要加强两部门之间的交流。
businessWe need to strengthen communication between the two departments.
由于语言不通，我们很难交流。
everydayBecause of the language barrier, it's hard for us to communicate.
这次会议是一个很好的交流机会。
formalThis meeting is a good opportunity for exchange.
你平时怎么和朋友交流？
informalHow do you usually communicate with your friends?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
交流经验
to exchange experiences
情感交流
emotional communication
交流平台
exchange platform
Often Confused With
Jiāotōng (交通) is physical transportation (cars, trains); jiāoliú (交流) is the exchange of ideas/info.
Usage Notes
Often used in IELTS Speaking and Writing to discuss globalization, education, or interpersonal skills.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using '交流' to mean just 'talking' (说话); it implies a two-way exchange of value or info.
Memory Tip
Jiao (交) means cross/intersect, Liu (流) means to flow. Ideas flowing across each other.
Word Origin
Jiao (interact) + Liu (flow).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
通过国际____，我们可以学习到其他国家的先进技术。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 交流
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