同步

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Understanding 同步

The word 同步 (tóngbù) primarily means 'to synchronize' or 'to happen at the same time.' It is commonly used in technical contexts such as electronics, computing, and data management, where processes or devices need to operate in unison to maintain consistency or accuracy.

Usage in Daily Conversation

Besides technical use, 同步 can describe actions happening simultaneously or people coordinating their movements, like walking in sync. This usage often implies harmony and coordination.

Common Collocations

  • 同步运行 (tóngbù yùnxíng): synchronized operation, used for machines or systems working together.
  • 同步更新 (tóngbù gēngxīn): synchronized update, common in software or file management.
  • 步伐同步 (bùfá tóngbù): synchronized steps, often describing coordinated movement.

Tips

When using 同步, it often implies a deliberate effort to match timing or pace. Avoid confusing it with 同时 (tóngshí), which means 'at the same time' but does not necessarily imply coordination or matching pace. 同步 stresses the alignment or coordination aspect.

Example Sentences

These two devices need to operate synchronously to ensure data accuracy.

We need to synchronize updates of all files to avoid version conflicts.

Their steps are completely synchronized, looking like they have trained for