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March 24, 2026
通报(通報)tōngbào(tong1bao4)
通报 (tōngbào) means to inform or notify someone about certain information, often in a formal context. It can refer to a circular or bulletin that disseminates news or updates, as well as scientific journals that report findings. This term is commonly used in official communications and organizational settings.
Frequency#9061DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the practice of issuing 通报 is vital in maintaining transparency and keeping people informed, especially in government and large organizations. It reflects the importance of communication in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a telephone (通) connecting people to share news or announcements (报). Visualize a giant phone that, when rung, sends out notifications to everyone in a town, ensuring that everyone stays informed.
Meanings of 通报
tōngbào(tong1bao4)
1to inform
2to notify
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About 通报
通报Simplified
通報Traditional
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
通告 (tōnggào) is more general and can refer to any announcement, while 通报 (tōngbào) implies a formal notification of specific information.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a telephone (通) connecting people to share news or announcements (报). Visualize a giant phone that, when rung, sends out notifications to everyone in a town, ensuring that everyone stays informed.
Usage Notes
通报 is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include '发布通报' (to issue a notification) or '新闻通报' (news bulletin). Be careful with tone; ensure that your pronunciation is clear to avoid confusion.
HSK Study Tips
通报 is not an HSK vocabulary word, but it relates to HSK Level 5 topics such as communication and media. Focus on understanding its usage in formal contexts, and practice using it in sentences about news and announcements.
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the practice of issuing 通报 is vital in maintaining transparency and keeping people informed, especially in government and large organizations. It reflects the importance of communication in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 通报 with 通知. For example, saying '我昨天给他通报了消息' (I notified him of the news yesterday) is incorrect; the correct term to use would be 通知. Remember, 通报 is for formal announcements.
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Cultural Notes for 通报
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In Chinese society, the practice of issuing 通报 is vital in maintaining transparency and keeping people informed, especially in government and large organizations. It reflects the importance of communication in Chinese culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 通报
Use 通报 when referring to formal announcements or bulletins, while 通知 is more general for notifications.
It's best reserved for formal contexts, as it's not commonly used in casual speech.
Common phrases include '通报工作进展' (to report work progress) and '通报情况' (to inform about the situation).
