磋商

• 拼音: cuō shāng
• 汉字拆解: 磋 = 石 (stone) + 差 (polish, deliberate); 商 = discuss, commerce

含义

To consult; to negotiate; to discuss. A formal verb meaning to exchange views and seek agreement on important matters.

More formal than 商量 or 讨论. Used in diplomatic, business, and official contexts. Implies careful, extended discussion aimed at reaching consensus. Common in news about trade talks, treaties, and high-level meetings.

例句

1. 两国代表团就贸易问题进行了为期三天的磋商。
2. 工会和管理层正在磋商新的劳动合同条款。
3. 经过多轮磋商，双方终于在价格问题上达成一致。

用法指南

语境: diplomacy, business, negotiations

语气: official

正确说法

• 双方将进一步磋商。(Both sides will consult further.)
• 这件事需要和相关部门磋商。(This matter needs to be discussed with the relevant departments.)

错误说法

• 我和朋友磋商去哪吃饭 (Too formal for casual plans — use 商量 or 讨论 instead)

起源与历史

Compound of 磋 (to polish jade, deliberate) + 商 (to discuss, commerce). Originally referred to careful polishing of jade, extended to careful deliberation.

文化背景

世代: Working adults

社会背景: Professional