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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
工会gōnghuìlabor unionHSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, rank #7666, Very Hard
工会gōnghuìtrade unionHSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, rank #7666, Very Hard
gōnghuì(gong1hui4)gong hui T1
  1. 1labor union
  2. 2trade union
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March 24, 2026

工会(工會)gōnghuì(gong1hui4)

工会 (gōng huì) refers to an organized group of workers formed to protect and advance their rights and interests, typically within a specific industry. It is commonly used in contexts related to labor rights, negotiations, and collective bargaining. In some countries,工会 plays a significant role in advocating for better working conditions and wages.

Strokes9Frequency#7666DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In China, 工会 is often state-controlled and plays a different role compared to Western labor unions, which can be more independent and adversarial. Understanding this difference can provide insight into the dynamics of labor relations in Chinese society.

Memory tip

Think of 工 (gōng) as a worker 'working hard' and 会 (huì) as a 'meeting.' Visualize a group of workers coming together in a meeting to discuss their rights. The sound 'gōng' can also remind you of 'gong' which symbolizes a call to action for workers.

Meanings of 工会

gōnghuì(gong1hui4)
1labor union
2trade union
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工会Simplified
工會Traditional
9Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

工人 (gōngrén) refers to individual workers, while 工会 (gōnghuì) refers to the collective organization of workers.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the context when using 工会; it is often associated with formal discussions about labor rights. Common collocations include '加入工会' (join a labor union) and '工会活动' (union activities). Avoid using it in informal contexts, as it may come off as overly formal or serious.

HSK Study Tips

Although 工会 is not in the official HSK vocabulary lists, it's beneficial for learners at HSK 4 and above to understand labor-related vocabulary in discussions about society and economy. Focus on related words like 劳动 (láo dòng, labor) and 权益 (quán yì, rights and interests) to enhance comprehension.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 工会 with 会议 (huì yì, meeting), thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 工会 specifically refers to a labor union, while 会议 is a general term for any meeting.

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Component characters

工gōngwork
HSK 33 strokes工
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会huìcan
HSK 16 strokes人
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How to say labor union in Chinese

“labor union” in Chinese is工会gōnghuì

工会 (gōng huì) refers to an organized group of workers formed to protect and advance their rights and interests, typically within a specific industry. It is commonly used in contexts related to labor rights, negotiations, and collective bargaining. In some countries,工会 plays a significant role in advocating for better working conditions and wages.

When to use 工会

Be mindful of the context when using 工会; it is often associated with formal discussions about labor rights. Common collocations include '加入工会' (join a labor union) and '工会活动' (union activities). Avoid using it in informal contexts, as it may come off as overly formal or serious.

工会 or something close to it

工人 (gōngrén) refers to individual workers, while 工会 (gōnghuì) refers to the collective organization of workers.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 工会 with 会议 (huì yì, meeting), thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 工会 specifically refers to a labor union, while 会议 is a general term for any meeting.

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The primary function of a 工会 is to represent workers in negotiations with employers regarding wages, working conditions, and labor rights.

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