Definition
接触 means to touch physically or to come into contact with people/things/experiences. For physical touch, it's broader than 碰 (which implies a light or accidental touch) and less deliberate than 触摸. For social contact, 接触 suggests initial exposure, while 联系 means to maintain communication (call, write) and 交往 involves regular social interaction.
verb
to touch (physically)to contactto get in touch with (people, things, or new experiences)
Easily confused
- 解除jiě chúsound-aliketo lift, cancel, or remove (a restriction, embargo, agreement, etc.)
- 杰出jié chūsound-alikeoutstanding; remarkable; distinguished
Examples
- 接触，。Qǐng bú yào jiē chù zhèxiē diànxiàn, hěn wēixiǎn.Please don't touch these wires — they're very dangerous.
- 接触。Tā tōngguò gōngzuò jiē chù le hěn duō bùtóng de rén.He came into contact with many different people through his work.
- 接触。Duō jiē chù dàzìrán duì shēntǐ yǒu hǎochù.Being in touch with nature more often is good for your health.
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