Definition
联动 is a formal verb-noun (vn) meaning 'to move or act together in coordination', originally used for machine parts that are mechanically coupled. In modern usage it extends to any coordinated action between systems, departments, or even brands — like a 'joint promotion' or 'cross-platform campaign'. You'll see it in business, technology, and government contexts: 联动机制 ('coordinated mechanism'), 联动营销 ('joint marketing'). It's not used for casual 'working together' — that's 合作 or 配合.
vn
(of machine parts) to move togetherto be coupledcoordinated action between systems or organizationslinkage
Examples
- 联动，。Zhè liǎng ge bùmén jiànlì le lián dòng jīzhì, gòngtóng chǔlǐ jǐnjí qíngkuàng.These two departments established a coordinated mechanism to handle emergencies together.
- 联动。Zhè cì huódòng shì liǎng jiā gōngsī de yí cì pǐnpái lián dòng.This event is a brand collaboration between the two companies.
- 联动，。Jīqì nèibù de chǐlún lián dòng yùnzhuǎn, dàidòng zhěnggè shēngchǎnxiàn.The gears inside the machine move in coordination, driving the entire production line.
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