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问候 (wènhòu) - use 打招呼 for casual greetings, while 问候 is more formal or conveys concern.
Common mistakes include using this expression in overly formal situations where a simple 'hello' suffices. It's generally informal, so avoid using it in very serious contexts. A common collocation is '打招呼' with friends or colleagues.
As an HSK Level 4 word, 打招呼 connects well with other social interaction terms like 见面 (jiànmiàn, to meet) and 问候 (wènhòu, to inquire after someone's well-being). Students should focus on recognizing its use in dialogues and practicing it in different scenarios.
Learners often confuse 打招呼 with simply saying hello, neglecting the action component. For example, saying '我打招呼' (I greet) without any physical gesture is incomplete; it should include an action like waving or nodding.
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How to say to greet sb by word or action in Chinese
“to greet sb by word or action” in Chinese is打招呼
打招呼 (dǎ zhāohū) means to greet someone verbally or through gestures, often to acknowledge their presence. It can also refer to giving someone prior notice about something, making it a versatile phrase in social and formal contexts.
When to use 打招呼
Common mistakes include using this expression in overly formal situations where a simple 'hello' suffices. It's generally informal, so avoid using it in very serious contexts. A common collocation is '打招呼' with friends or colleagues.
打招呼 or something close to it
问候 (wènhòu) - use 打招呼 for casual greetings, while 问候 is more formal or conveys concern.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 打招呼 with simply saying hello, neglecting the action component. For example, saying '我打招呼' (I greet) without any physical gesture is incomplete; it should include an action like waving or nodding.
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Grammar Patterns of 打招呼
打招呼 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 2 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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他跟顾客____时直呼其名，并问他们身体可好。
He greets customers by name and enquires about their health.
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Cultural Notes for 打招呼
In Western cultures, greetings may be less formal but often involve physical gestures like handshakes or hugs, while in China, the emphasis is often on verbal acknowledgment and the context of the relationship.
Frequently Asked Questions about 打招呼
It's better to use a more formal greeting in emails, as 打招呼 is typically used in face-to-face interactions.
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