Definition
调整 (tiáozhěng) is the most common, general verb for 'to adjust, to modify' — used for schedules, plans, attitudes, etc. It is broader than 调 (tiáo), which typically means to tune a device or reconcile a relationship, and 调节 (tiáojié), which focuses on regulating a system or process (e.g., temperature, emotions). 调剂 (tiáojì) specifically means to balance or improve a state (e.g., mood, pace).
verb
to adjust
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Examples
- 调整。Wǒ xūyào tiáo zhěng yíxià gōngzuò shíjiān.I need to adjust my work hours.
- 调整。Gōngsī zhèngzài tiáo zhěng shēngchǎn jìhuà.The company is adjusting its production plan.
- 调整。Nǐ zuì hǎo tiáo zhěng yíxià xīntài.You'd better adjust your mindset.
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