Definition
疏导 (shū dǎo) means to guide or channel something (water, traffic, emotions) so it flows smoothly — it emphasizes active direction rather than just removing obstacles. Its near-synonym 疏通 (shū tōng) focuses on unblocking or clearing obstructions to restore flow, and is also used for mediating relationships or clarifying texts. 疏导 is the better choice for guiding people's thoughts or emotions (e.g., 疏导情绪).
verb
to dredge (a waterway, river)to direct or guide (traffic, crowds)to guide or enlighten (people, emotions, thoughts)
Examples
- 疏导，。Gōngrénmen zhèngzài shū dǎo zhè tiáo hé, ràng tā bú zài dǔsè.Workers are dredging this river so it won't be blocked anymore.
- 疏导。Jǐngchá zài shízìlùkǒu shū dǎo jiāotōng.Police are directing traffic at the intersection.
- 疏导。Lǎoshī shū dǎo le xuéshēng de fùmiàn qíngxù.The teacher guided the students' negative emotions.
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