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旅行社 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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旅行社lǚxíngshètravel agencyHSK 5, unknown, 23 strokes, rank #16178, Hard
lǚxíngshè(lu:3xing2she4) T2
  1. 1travel agency
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March 24, 2026

旅行社lǚxíngshè(lu:3xing2she4)

旅行社 (lǚxíngshè) refers to a travel agency, an organization that helps individuals or groups plan, book, and manage their travel arrangements. It commonly provides services such as booking flights, hotels, and tours, making it essential for travelers seeking convenience and assistance in navigating their travel needs.

Strokes23Frequency#16178DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In modern Chinese society, travel agencies (旅行社) play a crucial role in facilitating both domestic and international travel, reflecting the rising trend of tourism in China, especially among the middle class seeking leisure and exploration.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'traveling' (旅行) 'house' (社) where people gather to plan adventures. The character 旅 (lǚ) looks like a person traveling with a suitcase, while 社 (shè) can remind you of a friendly 'she' (house) where travel plans are made.

Meanings of 旅行社

lǚxíngshè(lu:3xing2she4)
1travel agency
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About 旅行社

旅行社Simplified
23Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2

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AI Study Notes for 旅行社

Quick Contrast

旅游公司 (lǚyóu gōngsī) is a broader term that can refer to any company involved in tourism, while 旅行社 (lǚxíngshè) specifically denotes a travel agency focused on arranging travel services.

Usage Notes

When using 旅行社, it is often paired with verbs like '预订' (yùdìng, to book) or '咨询' (zīxún, to consult). Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing them can lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 旅行社 is not a specific HSK vocabulary word, it relates to HSK Level 2 and 3 words about travel and leisure. Students should focus on understanding the context in which travel-related terms are used, especially when discussing plans or experiences.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 旅行社 with similar terms like 旅行 (lǚxíng, to travel) or 社会 (shèhuì, society). For example, saying '我去旅行社会' (wǒ qù lǚxíng shèhuì) instead of '我去旅行社' (wǒ qù lǚxíng shè) is incorrect, as it mixes meanings.

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Component Characters

旅lǚtrip
HSK 310 strokes方
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行xíngto walk
HSK 36 strokes行
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社shèsociety
HSK 67 strokes礻
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How to say travel agency in Chinese

“travel agency” in Chinese is旅行社lǚxíngshè

旅行社 (lǚxíngshè) refers to a travel agency, an organization that helps individuals or groups plan, book, and manage their travel arrangements. It commonly provides services such as booking flights, hotels, and tours, making it essential for travelers seeking convenience and assistance in navigating their travel needs.

When to use 旅行社

When using 旅行社, it is often paired with verbs like '预订' (yùdìng, to book) or '咨询' (zīxún, to consult). Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing them can lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

旅行社 or something close to it

旅游公司 (lǚyóu gōngsī) is a broader term that can refer to any company involved in tourism, while 旅行社 (lǚxíngshè) specifically denotes a travel agency focused on arranging travel services.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 旅行社 with similar terms like 旅行 (lǚxíng, to travel) or 社会 (shèhuì, society). For example, saying '我去旅行社会' (wǒ qù lǚxíng shèhuì) instead of '我去旅行社' (wǒ qù lǚxíng shè) is incorrect, as it mixes meanings.

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Cultural Notes for 旅行社

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, travel agencies have diminished in popularity due to online booking platforms, while in China, they still hold significant importance in helping travelers navigate complex travel arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions about 旅行社

Travel agencies typically offer flight bookings, hotel reservations, guided tours, and travel insurance.

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