Definitions

(verb) to consult; to seek advice

Etymology

Phonosemantic compound. represents the meaning and represents the sound.

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About

The character '咨' is structured with the component '次' placed above '口', a configuration that suggests an etymological connection to verbal exchange or seeking advice. Originally, it functioned as a verb meaning to consult or deliberate, as evidenced in classical Chinese literature. Over time, its independent usage diminished, and it became primarily employed within compound words such as '咨询' for consultation and '咨文' for official documents, thereby narrowing its semantic application while continuing to convey notions of formal inquiry and communication.

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你可以询老师。

Nǐ kěyǐ zīxún lǎoshī.

You can consult the teacher.

他经常询专家意见。

Tā jīngcháng zīxún zhuānjiā yìjiàn.

He often consults expert opinions.

我们需要询法律问题。

Wǒmen xūyào zīxún fǎlǜ wèntí.

We need to consult on legal issues.

政府发布了年度文。

Zhèngfǔ fābù le niándù zīwén.

The government released the annual message.

询过程需要耐心和时间。

Zīxún guòchéng xūyào nàixīn hé shíjiān.

The consultation process requires patience and time.

在做出决定前,最好先询一下。

Zài zuòchū juédìng qián, zuìhǎo xiān zīxún yīxià.

Before making a decision, it's best to consult first.

该公司提供免费的专业询服务。

Gāi gōngsī tígōng miǎnfèi de zhuānyè zīxún fúwù.

This company provides free professional consulting services.

通过询各方意见,我们制定了更完善的计划。

Tōngguò zīxún gèfāng yìjiàn, wǒmen zhìdìng le gèng wánshàn de jìhuà.

By consulting opinions from all parties, we developed a more comprehensive plan.