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集会 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
集会jíhuìto gatherHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #5621, Very Hard
集会jíhuìassemblyHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #5621, Very Hard
集会jíhuìmeetingHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #5621, Very Hard
jíhuì(ji2hui4) T2
  1. 1to gather
  2. 2assembly
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March 24, 2026

集会(集會)jíhuì(ji2hui4)

集会 (jí huì) refers to a gathering or assembly of people for a specific purpose, such as a meeting, protest, or social event. It is commonly used in contexts where individuals come together to discuss matters, share ideas, or participate in a group activity. The term carries a neutral connotation and can apply to both formal and informal gatherings.

Strokes18Frequency#5621DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, 集会 can also refer to significant public events, such as political rallies or community festivals, illustrating the importance of collective activities in society. These gatherings often embody social unity and collective expression.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large crowd 'gathering' in a circle (the shape of the character 集) to discuss important issues. The '会' (huì) looks like two people shaking hands, symbolizing the meeting and cooperation between individuals. Picture a 'gathering' of people with hands joined in discussion, reinforcing both the sound and meaning.

Meanings of 集会

jíhuì(ji2hui4)
1to gather
2assembly
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About 集会

集会Simplified
集會Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 集会

Quick Contrast

会议 (huìyì) refers specifically to a formal meeting, while 集会 (jíhuì) can refer to both formal and informal gatherings.

Usage Notes

When using 集会, it's important to note that it often refers to larger gatherings rather than small meetings. A common mistake is to confuse it with 会议 (huì yì), which specifically means a formal meeting. Remember that 集会 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but ensure clarity regarding the purpose of the gathering.

HSK Study Tips

While 集会 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects with other HSK Level 3 words like 参加 (cān jiā - to participate) and 讨论 (tǎo lùn - to discuss). Focus on how to use it in sentences about events or gatherings to strengthen your conversational skills.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 集会 with 聚会 (jù huì), leading to miscommunication about the type of gathering being referenced. For example, saying '我们要开一个集会' to refer to a casual party is incorrect; it should be '聚会'.

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Component Characters

集jíto gather
HSK 512 strokes隹
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会huìcan
HSK 16 strokes人
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How to say to gather in Chinese

“to gather” in Chinese is集会jíhuì

集会 (jí huì) refers to a gathering or assembly of people for a specific purpose, such as a meeting, protest, or social event. It is commonly used in contexts where individuals come together to discuss matters, share ideas, or participate in a group activity. The term carries a neutral connotation and can apply to both formal and informal gatherings.

When to use 集会

When using 集会, it's important to note that it often refers to larger gatherings rather than small meetings. A common mistake is to confuse it with 会议 (huì yì), which specifically means a formal meeting. Remember that 集会 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but ensure clarity regarding the purpose of the gathering.

集会 or something close to it

会议 (huìyì) refers specifically to a formal meeting, while 集会 (jíhuì) can refer to both formal and informal gatherings.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 集会 with 聚会 (jù huì), leading to miscommunication about the type of gathering being referenced. For example, saying '我们要开一个集会' to refer to a casual party is incorrect; it should be '聚会'.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 集会

集会 refers to any gathering or assembly, while 会议 specifically denotes a formal meeting, often with a set agenda.

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