切磋 qiēcuō to compare notes
to compare notes; to learn from one another
How to remember 切磋: 切 cut + 磋 to polish = to compare notes.
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How it is used
- 'To compare notes and learn from each other' - 互相切磋 (hùxiāng qiēcuō) to exchange pointers, 切磋技艺 to hone skills together.
- From 切磋琢磨 (cutting and polishing jade); implies mutual refinement through friendly exchange, often in martial arts, chess, or crafts.