HSK 4 · VERSION 2.0#102
Comparing “shìhé” and “héshì”
适合 vs 合适
How it works
These two words are related, but they are not exactly the same.
The difference
适合 (shìhé) = to suit, to be suitable for
合适 (héshì) = suitable, appropriate
Example sentences
这份工作很适合你。
This job suits you well.
这个时间不太合适。
This time is not very suitable.
这件衣服很适合你穿。 / 我觉得这个办法很合适。
This piece of clothing suits you well. / I think this method is very suitable.
Key point
A simple rule:
适合 (shìhé) often takes an object
合适 (héshì) often describes a situation or thing