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贿 (huì) vs 行贿 (xínghuì) — use 贿 for the general act of bribery, while 行贿 specifically refers to the act of giving a bribe.
Be careful to use 贿 in contexts related to corruption or unethical behavior; it carries a strong negative connotation. Common collocations include 贿赂 (huìlù, to bribe) and 贿选 (huìxuǎn, to bribe for votes). Remember that the tone is crucial: 'huì' (贿) is fourth tone, distinct from similar-sounding words.
Although 贿 is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it is relevant for learners at the advanced level who are discussing governance, law, and ethics. Students should also focus on related vocabulary like 腐败 (fǔbài, corruption) and 受贿 (shòuhuì, to receive a bribe).
Learners often confuse 贿 with other characters related to wealth or gifts, such as 赠 (zèng, to gift). For example, saying '我给他贿钱' (wǒ gěi tā huì qián) incorrectly implies giving money as a gift rather than a bribe; the correct phrase for bribery context is '我给他贿赂'.
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Etymology of 贿
To possess 有 wealth 贝
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How to say bribe in Chinese
“bribe” in Chinese is贿
The character 贿 (huì) refers to the act of offering money or gifts to influence someone's actions, typically in a corrupt manner. It is commonly used in legal and ethical discussions about corruption and misconduct in various contexts, such as politics and business.
When to use 贿
Be careful to use 贿 in contexts related to corruption or unethical behavior; it carries a strong negative connotation. Common collocations include 贿赂 (huìlù, to bribe) and 贿选 (huìxuǎn, to bribe for votes). Remember that the tone is crucial: 'huì' (贿) is fourth tone, distinct from similar-sounding words.
贿 or something close to it
贿 (huì) vs 行贿 (xínghuì) — use 贿 for the general act of bribery, while 行贿 specifically refers to the act of giving a bribe.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 贿 with other characters related to wealth or gifts, such as 赠 (zèng, to gift). For example, saying '我给他贿钱' (wǒ gěi tā huì qián) incorrectly implies giving money as a gift rather than a bribe; the correct phrase for bribery context is '我给他贿赂'.
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Grammar patterns of 贿
贿 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他被指控滥用秘密的政府行____基金，金额达1,750万美元。
He's accused of misusing $5 million from a secret government slush fund.
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Cultural Notes for 贿
In Western cultures, bribery is also frowned upon, but the legal definitions and consequences can vary significantly compared to China's strict anti-corruption laws.
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Frequently asked questions about 贿
贿 (huì) refers to bribery in general, while 行贿 (xínghuì) specifically means to offer a bribe.
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