Meanings of 通话
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通话 (tōnghuà) vs 交谈 (jiāotán): choose 通话 when specifically referring to a phone conversation, while 交谈 is more general and can refer to face-to-face discussions.
Be mindful of the context in which you use 通话, as it is more appropriate in formal situations regarding phone calls. A common mistake is using it casually for face-to-face conversations; instead, use 交谈 (jiāotán) for those instances. Remember also that it typically refers to the act of talking rather than the device itself.
While 通话 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects well to basic communication-related terms. Focus on understanding related verbs and nouns, such as 说 (shuō - to speak) and 电话 (diànhuà - telephone), to strengthen your conversational skills.
Learners often confuse 通话 with 交流 (jiāoliú - exchange), using it in contexts where interpersonal communication is more casual. Instead, ensure you're using 通话 specifically for phone conversations.
Pronunciation of 通话
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How to say to hold a conversation in Chinese
“to hold a conversation” in Chinese is通话
通话 (tōnghuà) refers to the act of holding a conversation, particularly over the telephone. It can also mean to communicate or talk with someone in a more general sense. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing phone calls or conversations.
When to use 通话
Be mindful of the context in which you use 通话, as it is more appropriate in formal situations regarding phone calls. A common mistake is using it casually for face-to-face conversations; instead, use 交谈 (jiāotán) for those instances. Remember also that it typically refers to the act of talking rather than the device itself.
通话 or something close to it
通话 (tōnghuà) vs 交谈 (jiāotán): choose 通话 when specifically referring to a phone conversation, while 交谈 is more general and can refer to face-to-face discussions.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 通话 with 交流 (jiāoliú - exchange), using it in contexts where interpersonal communication is more casual. Instead, ensure you're using 通话 specifically for phone conversations.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 通话
No, 通话 specifically refers to speaking over the telephone, not texting. For texting, you might use 发短信 (fā duǎnxìn).
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