周旋

• 拼音: zhōu xuán
• 汉字拆解: 周 = 冂 + 土 + 口 (around); 旋 = 方 + 疋 (revolve)

含义

To deal with; to maneuver; to socialize strategically. To handle difficult situations or people through skillful interaction.

Implies navigating complex social or adversarial situations with tact and strategy. Can be positive (diplomatic skill) or slightly negative (being evasive or non-committal). Often involves buying time or managing competing interests.

例句

1. 他善于与各方势力周旋。
2. 谈判代表与对方周旋了整整三天。
3. 她不得不在工作和家庭之间周旋。

用法指南

语境: diplomacy, business, interpersonal

语气: strategic

正确说法

• 外交官需要与各国代表巧妙周旋。(Diplomats need to maneuver skillfully among representatives of various countries.)
• 他与债主周旋，试图争取更多时间。(He dealt with creditors, trying to buy more time.)

错误说法

• 我和朋友周旋 — use 相处 or 交往 for normal friendly interaction

起源与历史

周 (around, circuit) + 旋 (revolve, turn)

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal