和平共处 hépínggòngchǔ peaceful coexistence of nations, societies etc
How to remember 和平共处: 和 and + 平 level + 共 collectively + 处 place = peaceful coexistence of nations, societies etc.
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How it is used
- Peaceful coexistence - a set diplomatic phrase: 和平共处五项原则 (hépíng gòngchǔ wǔ xiàng yuánzé) the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence.
- Note the reading 处 as chǔ (to get along), not chù. Formal, political register.