tương hỗ
Definition
Adjective:
- Reciprocal; mutual: Describes a relationship, action, or feeling that is given, felt, or done by each of two or more parties toward the other(s). It implies a two-way, shared interaction.
Verb (less common):
- To reciprocate; to interact mutually: The act of engaging in a mutual exchange or influence.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Hai nước đã ký một hiệp định hỗ trợ tương hỗ. (The two countries signed a mutual assistance agreement.)
- Mối quan hệ tương hỗ này có lợi cho cả đôi bên. (This reciprocal relationship benefits both parties.)
- Verb:
- Hai yếu tố này tương hỗ lẫn nhau. (These two factors reciprocally influence each other.)
Advanced Usage
- In academic or technical contexts, "tương hỗ" often describes interdependent systems or forces in fields like physics, economics, or sociology.
- Nguyên tắc tương hỗ là nền tảng của nhiều hiệp ước quốc tế. (The principle of reciprocity is the foundation of many international treaties.)
Variants and Related Words
- Hỗ tương: This is a less common variant with the same meaning as "tương hỗ".
- Qua lại: A more common, general word meaning "back and forth" or "mutual", often used in everyday speech.
- sự giúp đỡ qua lại (mutual help)
Synonyms
- Reciprocal: Corresponding, matching, or equivalent in return.
- Mutual: Held in common by two or more parties.
- Interactive: Acting upon or influencing each other.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Hỗ trợ tương hỗ: Mutual support.
- Tinh thần hỗ trợ tương hỗ trong cộng đồng rất mạnh mẽ. (The spirit of mutual support within the community is very strong.)
- Tác động tương hỗ / Ảnh hưởng tương hỗ: Reciprocal action/influence.
- Có một tác động tương hỗ rõ ràng giữa kinh tế và chính trị. (There is a clear reciprocal action between economy and politics.)