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March 24, 2026
邀请(邀請)yāoqǐng(yao1qing3)
The word 邀请 (yāo qǐng) means 'to invite' and is often used in both formal and informal contexts when asking someone to attend an event or gathering. It can also refer to the act of extending an invitation, such as to a party or meeting.
Strokes26Frequency#1110DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, extending an invitation is often accompanied by a strong sense of politeness and respect, reflecting the importance of relationships and social gatherings in Chinese society. Invitations can also signify the strengthening of personal or business ties.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person holding a fancy invitation card (邀请) with a huge 'Yao!' (yāo) as they enthusiastically invite you to a party. The character 邀 (yāo) resembles a person extending their hand, while 请 (qǐng) suggests politeness, as in asking someone nicely.
Meanings of 邀请
yāoqǐng(yao1qing3)
1to invite
2invitation
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About 邀请
邀请Simplified
邀請Traditional
26Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#1110Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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Quick Contrast
邀请 (yāoqǐng) vs 召唤 (zhàohuàn) — use 邀请 for social events, while 召唤 implies a more authoritative or urgent summon.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include using 邀请 in overly casual contexts where a simpler term like 请 (qǐng) might suffice. This word is typically used in both formal and informal settings, but be mindful of the tone when inviting someone to a significant event.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 邀请 connects with other words related to social interactions and events, such as 参加 (cān jiā, to participate) and 聚会 (jù huì, gathering). Students should practice using it in different contexts to master invitations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 邀请 with 请, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我请你来' (I invite you to come) is too informal; instead, use '我邀请你来' for a proper invitation.
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The word 邀请 (yāo qǐng) means 'to invite' and is often used in both formal and informal contexts when asking someone to attend an event or gathering. It can also refer to the act of extending an invitation, such as to a party or meeting.
When to use 邀请
Common mistakes include using 邀请 in overly casual contexts where a simpler term like 请 (qǐng) might suffice. This word is typically used in both formal and informal settings, but be mindful of the tone when inviting someone to a significant event.
邀请 or something close to it
邀请 (yāoqǐng) vs 召唤 (zhàohuàn) — use 邀请 for social events, while 召唤 implies a more authoritative or urgent summon.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 邀请 with 请, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我请你来' (I invite you to come) is too informal; instead, use '我邀请你来' for a proper invitation.
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Grammar Patterns of 邀请
邀请 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.
