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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
特邀tèyāospecial invitationHSK 7, unknown, 26 strokes, rank #23046, Very Hard
tèyāo(te4yao1)te yao T4
  1. 1special invitation
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March 24, 2026

特邀tèyāo(te4yao1)

特邀 (tè yāo) refers to a 'special invitation' typically used in formal contexts, such as events, ceremonies, or gatherings where select individuals are invited. It conveys a sense of honor and exclusivity, indicating that the invitee is regarded as special or important in the context of the event.

Strokes26Frequency#23046DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, receiving a 特邀 is considered prestigious, often linked to social status and relationships. Special invitations are usually extended during significant events like weddings or conferences, highlighting the importance of face (面子) in social interactions.

Memory tip

Imagine a VIP event where guests receive a golden ticket marked with 特邀. The character 特 (tè) looks like a special star while 邀 (yāo) resembles an invitation card. This vivid image helps you remember that it’s not just any invitation, but a special one.

Meanings of 特邀

tèyāo(te4yao1)
1special invitation
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特邀Simplified
26Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

特邀 (tè yāo) vs 邀请 (yāo qǐng): 特邀 emphasizes a special or exclusive invitation, while 邀请 is a general term for inviting someone.

Usage Notes

特邀 is commonly used in formal invitations, so avoid using it in casual or informal situations. A common mistake is to use it as a verb; however, it is strictly a noun phrase. Remember to pair it with appropriate verbs like '发' (to send) or '收到' (to receive).

HSK Study Tips

Though not an HSK word, 特邀 can help learners understand the concept of invitation and special occasions, which can be tied to HSK vocabulary related to events and social gatherings. Focus on recognizing its formal context and usage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 特邀 with普通邀请 (pǔtōng yāoqǐng), mistakenly thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 特邀 is for special situations, while 普通邀请 is for everyday invites.

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Component characters

特tèspecial
HSK 610 strokes牛
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邀yāoto invite
HSK 716 strokes辶
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How to say special invitation in Chinese

“special invitation” in Chinese is特邀tèyāo

特邀 (tè yāo) refers to a 'special invitation' typically used in formal contexts, such as events, ceremonies, or gatherings where select individuals are invited. It conveys a sense of honor and exclusivity, indicating that the invitee is regarded as special or important in the context of the event.

When to use 特邀

特邀 is commonly used in formal invitations, so avoid using it in casual or informal situations. A common mistake is to use it as a verb; however, it is strictly a noun phrase. Remember to pair it with appropriate verbs like '发' (to send) or '收到' (to receive).

特邀 or something close to it

特邀 (tè yāo) vs 邀请 (yāo qǐng): 特邀 emphasizes a special or exclusive invitation, while 邀请 is a general term for inviting someone.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 特邀 with普通邀请 (pǔtōng yāoqǐng), mistakenly thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 特邀 is for special situations, while 普通邀请 is for everyday invites.

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