Definition
符合 (fúhé) is the standard verb for 'to conform to, to match' a rule, standard, or fact (e.g. 符合规定, 符合要求). 合乎 (héhū) means the same but is more formal and literary; you'll encounter it in written Chinese at higher levels. Stick with 符合 for everyday use.
verb
to conform toto matchto be in accordance with
Easily confused
- 复合fù hésound-aliketo combine, to compound (multiple elements into one)
- 附和fù hèsound-aliketo echo (someone's words) uncritically; to go along with; to chime in (pejorative)
Examples
- 。Zhège jìhuà bù fú hé gōngsī de guīdìng.This plan does not conform to the company's regulations.
- 。Nǐ de shuōfǎ bù fú hé shìshí.Your statement does not match the facts.
- 符合。Tā de chéngjì fú hé xuéxiào de yāoqiú.His grades meet the school's requirements.
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