Common Meanings
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tōng通
Unobstructed; to pass through or be connected; accessible.
这座城市交通便利，道路四通八达。
This city has convenient transportation, with roads accessible from all directions.
To understand thoroughly; to be well-versed in.
他是一个通情达理的人，总是能理解别人的想法。
He is a sensible and reasonable person, always able to understand others' thoughts.
To transmit, communicate, inform, or notify.
我需要尽快通知他这个消息。
I need to inform him of this news as soon as possible.
To connect, communicate, link, or have dealings with; to interact, exchange, or facilitate understanding.
我们应该多沟通，才能更好地理解彼此。
We should communicate more to better understand each other.
Refers to something widespread, general, common, or comprehensive, often implying universality or regular occurrence.
她通常在周末去公园散步。
She usually goes for a walk in the park on weekends.
To have illicit sexual relations; to commit adultery or have an affair.
他被指控与邻居私通。
He was accused of having an illicit affair with his neighbor.